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[2025] Classic songs themed around Kochi: A roundup of local songs and municipal anthems

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

Kochi Prefecture, a southern land facing the Pacific Ocean.

Blessed with a warm climate and lush, abundant nature, it is the land of Tosa, home to many captivating landscapes such as the clear-flowing Shimanto River and Katsurahama Beach.

From songs that celebrate the sound of the Tosa dialect and its distinctive atmosphere to official anthems of cities and towns, a remarkable variety of music has been born here.

Songs inspired by the relaxed temperament of its people, their passionate spirit, and the grandeur of nature convey Kochi’s culture and history to the present day.

Now, let us guide you into the world of songs connected to Kochi Prefecture.

Through lyrics brimming with local pride and pleasant melodies, you’re sure to fully feel the charm of Tosa.

[2025] Famous songs themed on Kochi: Local songs and municipal anthems compilation (31–40)

Tosa Sweets OndoMiyuki Shimomura

Kochi Songs (3): The Earnest and Mysterious “Tosa Sweets Ondo”

Tosa Sweets Ondo Shimomura Miyuki

This is a song about sweets sold in Kochi Prefecture.

If I have the chance to visit Kochi, I’d love to try them.

The video features a geisha who works at a traditional restaurant in Kochi City.

The singer is Miyuki Shimomura, who serves as an MC at various events.

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Eternal Clear Streamunknown

Song of the Shimanto River: “Eternal Clear Stream” Lyrics and Music: Sachiyo Sato Vocals: Michi

Eternal Pure Stream Unknown

This song was used as the image song for the Shimanto Youth Hostel, which operated until January 2013 in Shimanto City in the southwest of Kochi Prefecture.

If you’ve stayed there, you may have heard it.

It’s characterized by a beautiful singing voice.

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Foggy Dosan LineRyuko Mizuki

Dosan Line in the Fog / Ryuko Mizuta — Hiroshi Okawa (52) [High Quality]

Mist on the Dosan Line, Mizuki Ryūko

This is a song themed around the Dosan Line, a JR Shikoku railway line that runs through Kochi Prefecture.

It’s sung by Ryuko Mizuta and was released in 2011.

The composer is Hideo Mizumori, and the lyricist is Reiji Mizuki.

Listening to it makes you want to take a journey swaying on a train, doesn’t it?

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Susaki Suki Character Shinjo-kun no UtaYosuke Ishida

Susaki Suki Character Shinjo-kun no Uta

Susaki’s beloved mascot Shinjō-kun’s song by Yosuke Ishida

Shinjō-kun is the mascot character of Susaki City in Kochi Prefecture, created with the extinct Japanese river otter as its motif.

He ranked fourth in the 2014 Yuru-chara contest.

His theme song is this “Susaki Suki Chara Shinjō-kun no Uta.”

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The Four Seasons and the Shimanto RiverMamekusa

Four Seasons / Shimanto River - Barb Satake - Mamekuwa Cover

Seasons · Shimanto River Mamekuwa

This is also a song themed around the Shimanto River, and as the title suggests, it sings about the river’s charms in each season.

The original was performed by Barb Satake, known for “Onna-gokoro no Uta,” but this video is a cover version by Mamesawa.

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[2025] Masterpieces Themed on Kochi: A Compilation of Local Songs and Municipal Anthems (41–50)

Cape MurotoNatsumi Kawano

"Muroto Misaki" Natsumi Kawano

Natsumi Kawano, Muroto Cape

This is a song about Cape Muroto in Muroto City, Kochi Prefecture, which has been designated a National Place of Scenic Beauty.

The singer is Natsumi Kawano, and it was released in 2007.

The lyrics were written by Ryutaro Kinoshita, who has created many local-themed songs, and the music was composed by Tetsuya Gen, who has produced as many as 2,000 works.

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Song of the Silver-stripe Round HerringMasaaki Sato

Song of the Silver-stripe Round Herring

Song of the Silver-stripe Round Herring by Masaaki Sato

A specialty of Sukumo City, which faces Sukumo Bay, is kibinago (silver-stripe round herring).

There are many restaurants in the city where you can enjoy the famous kibinago rice bowl.

This song was created to promote kibinago and is sung by Masaaki Sato.

The video also features photos of kibinago dishes.

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