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[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.

[Songs of Shimane] Izumo, Matsue, Tsuwano... Exquisite masterpieces depicting Shimane (31–40)

Song of LifeManaKana

This is the theme song of the NHK morning drama series “Dandan.” ManaKana played the lead roles, right? The two of them are singing it.

Surprisingly, both are pretty good singers.

Their voices are cute, too.

I’m starting to feel like watching this drama again from the beginning.

Always Be With YouToshiki Kadomatsu

It’s the theme song of the film “The White Ship,” which is set on the Shimane Peninsula in Shimane Prefecture.

The grand melody pairs beautifully with the lyrics “I want to believe in you,” and it almost brings me to tears.

The film’s story was also deeply moving.

Shimane Song ~ Isn't It Fate?DAIGO

2014.12.13 Shimanekko Dance (Shimane Song ~ Isn't It Fate?) @ JTB Funabashi
Shimane Song ~ Isn’t It Fate, DAIGO

DAIGO, whose grandfather is former Prime Minister Noboru Takeshita, created a song for Shimane Prefecture.

Shimanecco’s dance is very cute, but the highlights are DAIGO’s love for Shimane and the charming lyrics.

Song of the Giant ArumX+

Song of Onan-Show (Ōnan Town, Shimane Prefecture) / X+ (Extra)
Oonanshou no Uta X+

This is a song by a character named Oonanshou from Onan Town in Shimane Prefecture.

Ekusuto creates such refreshing melodies, don’t they? Oonanshou is a very cute character, so please try searching for it.

It’s a catchy tune that sticks in your head.

Song of Unnan CityHatsune Miku

[Hatsune Miku V3] Song of Unnan City [Original PV]
Hatsune Miku, the song of Unnan City

This is a song that introduces Unnan City in Shimane Prefecture.

From the cherry blossoms in Kisuki to Japan’s first shrine, the city actually has a variety of attractions.

The music is wonderful, and the cute voice makes the song really memorable.

It’s a town where mythology lives on, so it leaves you with a very mystical feeling.

[Songs of Shimane] Izumo, Matsue, Tsuwano... Treasured masterpieces that depict Shimane (41–50)

Bang!Bang!Bang!Words

This song is the theme music created for an information program called “Nama Tamago bang!” that airs on Wednesdays in the San’in region.

It matches the show’s content, which always presents fresh, noteworthy information.

Listening to it really lifts your spirits.

Shimanekko’s SongWords

The two-woman duo “Kotonoha,” who met at Shimane Prefectural Commercial High School, are active as idol-like figures in Shimane Prefecture.

Their song has become the cute theme song for Shimane Prefecture’s mascot character, Shimanekko.

The dance matches it perfectly, too.