Miyagi Songs: Popular tracks that celebrate famous sights and specialties, and timeless pieces filled with love for home

Hoya Boya's SongTHE Affirmations

[OFFICIAL MV] Hoya Boya Song / THE Kouteis [Kesennuma City Tourism Character]

A pop song beloved as the theme for Kesennuma City’s tourism character, it’s the kind of tune that lifts your spirits the moment you hear it.

The piece is infused with the warm feelings of Shinya Tama, who, as part of Wahaha Honpo, has continued his connection with Kesennuma since the earthquake.

True to his words, “I made it while picturing the faces of everyone I met in Kesennuma,” the song brims with energy that gently affirms listeners and brings smiles to their faces.

Released as a single in June 2021, it’s a cheer song that gives a supportive push to anyone striving toward something.

It’s also perfect for when you need a boost.

Zunda party nightNamiguru feat. Zundamon

Zunda Party Night / Namiguru feat. Zundamon

This is an irresistibly upbeat party tune inspired by Zunda, a specialty of Miyagi.

The way the sound shifts from funk to reggae to Eurobeat showcases the unique flair of Vocaloid producer Namiguru.

Released in March 2023, the track is also featured on the album “Zundamon ga Ippai.” It won 2nd place in the Rookie category at a Vocaloid song posting festival and even became playable in the popular rhythm game “Project Sekai: Colorful Stage! feat.

Hatsune Miku.” It’s the perfect song for lifting your spirits or when you’re in a high-energy mood that makes you want to start dancing.

reckless ventureHigh Bridges

Isamibune/High Bridges: An original song by Kesennuma family band “High Bridges” — a local Kesennuma tune♪

A song by High Bridges that evokes the beautiful scenery of Kesennuma and the strength of the people who live there.

Its somewhat nostalgic Showa-era pop melody seems to brightly illuminate hope for the future.

The track was independently produced in March 2021, marking ten years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, and 500 CDs were distributed for free in the local community.

It has been performed live on a Miyagi TV program and even used as a health exercise routine for seniors.

For those who long for their hometown or seek the courage to face hardship, this piece may feel like an encouraging anthem that gently nudges you forward.

Sentimental Journey in SendaiDate Kozuzu, Date Fuminosuke

Sentimental Journey in Sendai

This is a nostalgic number that vividly and emotionally depicts the scenery and history of Sendai.

“Sendai Ryojo” is a song by Kosuzu Date, released as a single in March 2025.

Its lyrics, which leisurely unfold feelings for a loved one far away, blend heartache with a sense of anticipation, making you inevitably relate it to your own experiences as you listen.

Please take the time to immerse yourself in Kosuzu Date’s steady, resonant vocals.

Beef tongue wrapTantarō

Beef tongue wrap

This piece was created as an image song for Sendai’s famous gyūtan (beef tongue).

Since the lyrics are rapped, it’s easy to let it wash over you if you’re not paying attention, but the puns and even tips like “heat it up in the microwave and dig in” make the uniquely quirky lyrics really stick with you.

Saitaro-bushiKohei Fukuda

Fisherman’s Song (Saitaro-bushi)

This is a rock-style rendition of Miyagi Prefecture’s representative folk song, “Shōsaitarō-bushi.” It conveys how folk music transforms over time.

There is also a song with lyrics by Tomio Oka titled “Kodomo Saitarō Rock,” which children sometimes dance to at recitals and school performances.

Fall in love with SennanRyota Kita

Ryota Kita - In Love, Sennan.wmv

In Miyagi Prefecture, the large city of Sendai inevitably becomes the focal point, and it’s naturally where tourists tend to gather.

But the Sennan area (Shiroishi City, Kakuda City, Zao Town, Shichikashuku Town, Ogawara Town, Murata Town, Shibata Town) is every bit as appealing—featuring hot springs and a castle—and this song is a local anthem sung in a mood-kayōkyoku style with a sultry, rich voice.