[2025] Masterpieces themed around Ibaraki: From local songs to municipal anthems, an introduction
In Ibaraki Prefecture, magnificent waterscapes stretch from the Pacific Ocean to Lake Kasumigaura, complemented by farm produce nurtured by its nature-rich land and historic townscapes—there are countless captivating elements.
Many songs have been composed to celebrate the wonders of Ibaraki, cherished as a source of pride by its residents.
From municipal anthems to beloved local tunes, music themed around Ibaraki is remarkably diverse.
In this article, we introduce a variety of songs that express Ibaraki in many forms—from simple hometown affection to grand hymns to nature.
You might discover a side of “Ibaraki in music” you’ve never known.
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2025: Masterpieces themed around Ibaraki. Introducing everything from local songs to municipal anthems (21–30)
Chikusei KoutaAkira Otani, Haruko Nomura
This is a local song from Chikusei City, located in western Ibaraki Prefecture, released in 2013.
The lyrics are by Katsutoshi Namiki and the music is by Muneo Ebisawa.
The song features Chikusei’s famous sights, festivals, and specialties.
A dance has also been created, and you can learn the choreography by watching this video.
Koise RiverMitsuko Nakamura
This one is also themed around the Koise River and has the same title, but it’s a different song from Aki Yashiro’s; it’s sung by Mitsuko Nakamura.
It was released in 2008.
The composer is Gendai Kano, known for songs like “Automobile Show Song,” and the lyricist is Yurio Matsui.
[2025] Masterpieces themed around Ibaraki: Introducing everything from local songs to municipal anthems (31–40)
Hometown TSUKUBAKaho Shimada
This is the city song of Tsukuba, a core city for administrative functions located in southern Ibaraki Prefecture, established in 1990.
The lyrics were written by Keisuke Yamakawa, who has provided words for many musicians, and the music was composed by Taimei Ishikawa.
Sung by Kaho Shimada, who is also active as an actress, it’s a refreshing song.
Song of the Young EaglesTeruhiko Saigō
This is the theme song of the 1943 film “Into the Skies for the Decisive Battle.” Lyricist Yaso Saijo and composer Yuji Koseki are said to have enlisted for a day in the Tsuchiura Naval Air Corps to create this song.
This video is a cover version by Teruhiko Saigo, which was used as the theme song for “Ah, Yokaren.”
Tsukuba Foothills ChoirDuke Aces
This is a song themed on Mount Tsukuba, the symbol of Ibaraki Prefecture rising over Tsukuba City.
It is one of the Duke Aces’ “Songs of Japan” series and was released in 1970.
The lyrics are by Rokusu kei Ei and the music by Taku Izumi.
It’s a unique song in which frogs are the ones singing.
Image song of Kasama CityNEVA GIVE UP
It’s the image song for Kasama City, located in central Ibaraki Prefecture, released in 2014.
The dance-vocal unit NEVA GIVE UP performs it.
This video shows the first time the song was unveiled, at the Local Gourmet Summit in Kasama.
A new townEiko Matsui
Shirosato Town, located in the northwestern part of Ibaraki Prefecture, was established in 2005 through the merger of Joboji Town, Nakae Village, and Katsura Village.
“The New Town” was created to commemorate this.
This video shows a live performance held during an event called “Holoru no Tamago.”