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[Songs of Aomori] A collection of local songs depicting the grandeur of nature and the warmth of its people.

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.

The fertile fields and the Tsugaru Plain stretching serenely, the majestic Hakkoda Mountains, and the grand Sea of Japan.

Songs born from Aomori’s nature-rich land are loved not only by its residents but by many people far and wide.

In this article, we introduce captivating pieces woven with Aomori’s scenery and sentiment—from local songs cherished by the community, to popular ballads set in Aomori, to hometown tunes by artists hailing from the prefecture.

Please enjoy them while reflecting on the land of Aomori and the hometown that resides in each of our hearts.

[Songs of Aomori] A collection of local songs depicting the grandeur of nature and the warmth of its people (41–50)

Love at Tsugaru Jūsan LakeYoko Nagayama

Yoko Nagayama / Love at Lake Jusanko in Tsugaru

Tsugaru Jūsan Lake of Love - Yoko Nagayama

A single by Yoko Nagayama released in May 2014 (Heisei 26).

Jusan Lake is a brackish lake located in the northwestern part of the Shimokita Peninsula.

The song is powerfully sung with a brave, “Jonkara Onna-bushi”-like atmosphere, and the sound of the shamisen is woven in at key moments.

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Tsugaru PlainMasao Sen

Tsugaru Plain - Masao Sen

Masao Tsugaru Plain

A single by Masao Sen released in March 1984.

Hailing from Iwate Prefecture, Sen has many songs themed around the north, including the famous ‘Hokugoku no Haru’ (Spring in the North), and this track is also one of the quintessential local songs of Tsugaru.

The lyrics and music were written by Ikuzo Yoshi.

He provided the song before he had fully established himself as an enka singer, and later recorded a self-cover.

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Mother and Daughter JongaraMaiko Kozakura

Maiko Kozakura / Mother and Daughter Jongara

Mother and Daughter Jongara - Kozakura Maiko

Maiko Kozakura is an enka singer who debuted in 2001 with the song “Koisuru Jokamachi.” Because her debut track was a local song about Kakunodate in Akita Prefecture, she enjoys tremendous popularity in Akita.

“Haha Musume Jongara” was released in July 2009.

Set in Tsugaru, the song portrays a mother and daughter walking in search of the father.

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Towada Lake ElegyMichiko Sugata, Masaru Hiraizumi

Michiko Sugata & Tadashi Hiraizumi “Towada Lake Elegy” (Showa 43-9)

Towada Lake Elegy - Sugata Michiko, Hiraizumi Susumu

A duet released in September 1968 by actress Michiko Sugata and actor Sei Hiraizumi.

Sei Hiraizumi is the same person as Sei Hiraizumi who is still active today as a renowned character actor, but many people may not know that he once pursued a singing career.

It’s a refreshing song set against the backdrop of Lake Towada.

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In conclusion

Did you enjoy these heartwarming local songs from Aomori? You can listen while reminiscing about your hometown of Aomori, or while dreaming of Aomori as a place you long to visit.

We also recommend taking a musical journey that explores Aomori’s many charms.