Famous songs and local tunes that sing of Wakayama: melodies that carry on the spirit of our hometown.
When you hear Wakayama, does any song come to mind? Blessed with a warm climate and abundant nature, Wakayama Prefecture has many heartwarming songs that celebrate its charm.
From sentimental enka that evoke the plum-growing villages, to lyrical pieces about the sacred sites of Kumano, youthful songs set against the beaches of Shirahama, and PR tunes packed with the appeal of Wakayama’s famous tourist spots.
In this article, we introduce songs of Wakayama infused with deep love for the homeland.
You’re sure to discover a side of Wakayama you didn’t know.
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Famous songs and local tunes about Wakayama: melodies that carry on the spirit of our hometown (21–30)
Kushimoto-bushiMichiya Mihashi
This song beautifully and evocatively sings about Kushimoto and Oshima.
It reminds me of when I traveled to both places long ago.
I was very young then and didn’t know much about Kushimoto, but listening again, I feel everything is captured in this song.
Kuroshio SongHarumi Miyako
I learned about this song when someone told me about it; it’s included on Fuyumi Sakamoto’s CD titled “Ashita e” (To Tomorrow).
It delighted me to hear the famous sights of Wakayama—like Wakayama Castle and the rivers—sung in a style so characteristic of Harumi Miyako.
It’s a wonderful song that weaves in scenic spots and tourist attractions.
Shine On You♪Yoko Takaoka
This is also a commercial song for Adventure World, and when I hear it I feel like something’s about to begin.
I love it from the very first intro and it makes me want to visit Shirahama.
It also reminds me of when I went there to play as a child.
Benkei Yosakoi ODOROLAYO!Manabu Furuya
I also went to Tanabe City for an event when I was a student, and kids from Tanabe often came into Wakayama City, so I ended up making friends in the city, including students.
Tanabe is truly a town with beautiful, well-preserved nature.
Listening to this song makes me want to travel to Tanabe again.
Wakayama River ReverieKazuo Chiba
I’m so happy that you sang about the Kino River, which everyone from Wakayama City knows.
This is the kind of song I’ve been waiting for.
My mother loves this song too—it’s become one of her favorites.
It makes me feel very nostalgic for my hometown.
Enka Journey through the Kishu RegionMiki Mayama
Overflowing with a sense of the seasons, with cherry blossoms and maple leaves, and filled with the spirit of Kishu in Wakayama—such as Mount Koya and ume (plum blossoms)—this emotionally rich enka makes you feel as if you’re truly traveling.
It’s enka, but the lyrics are bright, and I think it’s a very good song.
Toward tomorrowFuyumi Sakamoto
This is the image song for the Wakayama National Sports Festival.
I love Fuyumi Sakamoto, and this song isn’t very enka-like—it’s a bright, pop-style tune, so I fell in love with it right away.
It’s a really great song, and I especially love the vocals.
I hope they’ll use this song for events again.