[Songs of Kagoshima] The heart of our hometown carried on in song | A curated selection of classic tracks that embody Kagoshima

Come on! Party! Kanoya Kanpachi!Government worker

"COME ON! PARTY! Kanoya Amberjack!" Official MV

A pop tune that cheerfully introduces Kanoya City, Kagoshima’s specialty: greater amberjack (kanpachi).

With lively vocals and lyrics brimming with hometown pride, it creatively expresses the deliciousness of kanpachi and the passion of the fishermen, brightening your mood.

Released in 2015 as part of a regional revitalization project, the song has been performed at various events, including “Hakata Kanpachi Jack” in the JR Hakata Station front plaza.

It’s a recommended track for anyone who wants to experience Kagoshima’s climate and culture, is interested in local specialties, or just needs an energy boost.

Keep the flag flying！Furagolad Kagoshima Official Support Song

Flagrad Kagoshima [Official Support Song] 'Keep the Flag Flying!' Rei Kirishima (CV: Hikaru Iida)

This is the official cheer song for the men’s volleyball team “Furagorad Kagoshima,” where Rei Kirishima’s clear, translucent vocals blend perfectly with a powerful rhythm.

It conveys messages about moving forward without fear of challenges and cherishing bonds with teammates, adding color to the excitement of volleyball matches.

Released in early 2023, the song has been used at home games and events, helping strengthen ties with the local community.

It’s recommended for those who want to savor a moment of hometown pride in Kagoshima or support their local team.

For people from Kagoshima living away from home, it’s sure to conjure nostalgic scenes.

Bound by fateChitose Moto

Chitose Hajime “Tied by Fate” (Lyric Video)

A supreme song infused with the soul of Amami Ōshima.

Chitose Hajime, a native of Amami, weaves tenderly with her clear, transparent voice the love for her homeland and the preciousness of the bonds that shape our lives.

Its haunting melody—where distinctive folk inflections blend with modern arrangement—will carry listeners to the beautiful landscapes of Kagoshima.

Released digitally in February 2022, the piece was chosen as the theme song for the PR movie “Life, Laid Bare: Amami Ōshima,” commemorating the island’s inscription as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site.

A heartwarming gem of a ballad, recommended for anyone wishing to feel the ties that connect us to those we hold dear.

Not not, boy, you knowKotoe Nishiyama

Nakunaiyo Bōyayayo (Amami Lullaby) from 'Hello, Lullaby' compiled and edited by the NPO Japan Lullaby Association

A lullaby passed down in the Kasari region of Amami Ōshima.

Its distinctive lyrics, written in the Amami dialect, richly express a mother’s love as she soothes her child, bringing a deep sense of peace to listeners.

The modern accompaniment by synthesizer player Ryōzō Itsumi breathes new life into this traditional folk song, which is part of its charm.

The vocals by Ms.

Nishiyama—who won the Kanto-Koshinetsu regional Grand Prix at the 1991 National Children’s Song Singing Competition—bring out the very best in this work.

Recommended for people from Kagoshima who are away from home, those who want to feel the warmth of a lullaby, and anyone interested in experiencing Japan’s traditional culture.

Trace ~Footprints~JA So-o Kagoshima's original song

JA Song “Tracks ~Footprints~” Dance Project 2020

A heartwarming song filled with love for Kagoshima’s land and its people.

Its gentle melody conveys the region’s rich nature, the efforts of those who came before, and hope for the children of the future.

Completed in June 2020, the piece inspired a dance video in April 2021 aimed at energizing workplaces and local communities, featuring staff and officers dancing together—a performance that became a talking point.

It is a song that resonates across generations, serving as a spiritual hometown for those living away from Kagoshima and a source of pride for locals.

A must-listen for anyone who cherishes the future of agriculture and the bonds within the community.

Guribu DanceTheme song of Kagoshima Prefecture’s official character “Guribu”

Guribu Dance

The theme song for Kagoshima Prefecture’s official character “Guriboo” features lyrics that reflect the local culture and climate, along with an approachable, catchy melody.

It incorporates Kagoshima dialect, highlights local landmarks and specialty products, and is a song that deepens one’s love for the hometown with every listen.

Released in April 2023, the song has been widely used at events and school functions throughout Kagoshima Prefecture, and in 2024 it received a Special Prize at the Regional Promotion Music Awards.

It has also been adopted as a theme song by local TV and radio programs and is used in tourism campaigns and to promote local specialties.

It’s a perfect piece for people from Kagoshima, those planning a trip there, or anyone interested in Japan’s regional cultures.

Tanegashima Kamone OndoYoshimi Tendo

Tendo Yoshimi Tanegashima Kamone Ondo

This is a beloved hit by Yoshimi Tendo that lovingly portrays Tanegashima, a remote island of Kagoshima Prefecture.

Set to a traditional ondo rhythm, it introduces the island’s many charms one after another: the deep blue of the Osumi Strait, the lush green land that hosts a rocket launch site, and Cape Kadokura, known for the arrival of firearms in Japan.

The song is included on the albums “Yoshimi Tendo Single Collection 1985–1991” and “Yoshimi Tendo Concert Selection,” released in June 2024, delighting many fans.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who wants to feel the allure of Kagoshima or who loves local-themed songs.