[Song of Shimane] Izumo, Matsue, Tsuwano... Exquisite masterpieces depicting Shimane
Warm-hearted people, beautiful scenery, and tales of the gods.
The songs born from Shimane’s climate overflow with feelings for one’s hometown and deep local pride.
In this article, we’ll share the charm of songs connected to Shimane, carried on the winds of the Sea of Japan.
“Songs about Shimane” range widely—from pieces that depict its landscapes, to heartbreak songs that intertwine famous sights with the feelings of love, to local tunes that convey every facet of Shimane’s appeal.
Please enjoy these gems of music, where nostalgia and freshness are woven together.
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[Song of Shimane] Izumo, Matsue, Tsuwano... Exquisite masterpieces that depict Shimane (21–30)
Tsuwano RiverEtsuko Shimazu
It’s an enka song about Tsuwano Town in Shimane Prefecture.
I think Ms.
Shimazu has a very sultry voice.
She really puts her vibrato to good use, making it a compelling song to listen to.
The wistful melody matches the lyrics perfectly.
Two People's Castle TownTakeru Ogawa
Takeru Ogawa is an enka singer from Matsue City in Shimane Prefecture.
He performed a song that turns the castle town of Matsue into enka.
His voice is wonderfully clear and expansive, but above all, he looks as handsome as an idol.
I hope he becomes the next Kiyoshi Hikawa.
I like you, I like you.Love, the Earth, and the Auctioneer
Aika Tsubota, from Hirata City in Shimane Prefecture, passed away at a young age but left the work “Love, the Earth, and the Auctioneer” to the world.
This song is the theme for the musical adaptation of that work.
It’s a very peaceful and heartwarming song.
Matsue NocturneMami Horie
I think this song, which Horie-san sings while accompanying himself on guitar, is perfect to listen to while having a drink and looking at the night view of Matsue reflected on Lake Shinji.
The bewitching music and vocals are very appealing—truly fitting for a city of water.
I hope Horie-san will have even more opportunities to shine.
Matsue Love DrizzleYuko Nagai
Mr.
Nagai sings many local songs themed around Shimane Prefecture.
This song also mentions various place names, like the Ohashi River in Matsue City, and it makes you want to actually visit those spots.
Mr.
Nagai is very beautiful, so I’d love to meet her sometime.
Shimane Love JourneyKaori Mizumori
Wow, Kaori Mizumori is truly an extraordinary queen of regional songs! This song, too, is about taking a heartbroken journey through Shimane Prefecture on a train along the San’in Main Line.
Enka is perfect when you’ve had your heart broken.
Listening to this song, I want to heal my own wounded heart as well.
Love Song of OkiNana Katsuki
It’s an enka love song themed around Okinoshima in Shimane Prefecture.
Katsuki has a very sexy singing voice that is utterly captivating to listen to.
I think her voice is a perfect match for a poignant love song about waiting for someone who will never return.
The scenery of Okinoshima comes vividly to mind.