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[Songs of Yamaguchi] Introducing local tunes filled with hometown love and tracks related to Yamaguchi

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.

In Yamaguchi Prefecture, the westernmost part of Honshu overlooking the Kanmon Strait, there is a heartwarming world of music deeply rooted in the local community.

From prefectural and city anthems cherished by residents, to theme songs for local information programs, and even unique pieces that straightforwardly sing the praises of delicious local rice, Yamaguchi’s songs are remarkably diverse.

Whether it’s a powerful chant supporting the local soccer team or a friendly theme song from a community-focused supermarket, every track embodies a warmth that’s closely tied to the daily lives of Yamaguchi’s people.

In this article, we’ve gathered songs themed around Yamaguchi Prefecture and its various regions, as well as pieces with connections to Yamaguchi.

You, too, will surely be captivated by these gems imbued with the charm of Yamaguchi.

[Yamaguchi Songs] A selection of local tunes filled with love for our hometown and tracks related to Yamaguchi (41–50)

Thanks!Harumi Maeda

"Thanks!" ~Yamaguchi Prefecture Human Rights CM Image Song~ / Castanet

Thanks! Harumi Maeda

It’s a relatively new image song for Yamaguchi Prefecture.

Harumi Maeda’s guitar and vocals resonate pleasantly in the ear.

The chorus, in particular, has been highly praised for its tempo, showcasing the beauty of the soprano voice to the fullest.

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IgnitionYamaguchi Kassei Gakuen

Yamaguchi Kassei Gakuen Yamakatsu, Ignition, yab sports theme song

Ignition Yamaguchi Activation Academy

A work by Yamaguchi Prefecture’s local idol group, Yamaguchi Kassei Gakuen.

As a live number, it’s highly polished; the brisk, dynamic melody line with its rises and falls pairs excellently with their beautiful vocals.

It’s easy to listen to, lifts your spirits, and is an outstanding piece.

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Song of Hikari City, Yamaguchi PrefectureToshiaki Ikeda

Song of Hikari City, Yamaguchi Prefecture Lyrics, Music, and Vocals by Toshiaki Ikeda

Toshiaki Ikeda, the singer from Hikari City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

This is a piece that sings about Hikari City in Yamaguchi Prefecture.

The rugged, masculine voice of Toshiaki Ikeda, a locally rooted singer-songwriter, touches the listener’s heartstrings.

The lyrics, as if a man who grew up in Yamaguchi is reminiscing about his boyhood, lead you into a nostalgic mood.

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In conclusion

Music connected to Yamaguchi Prefecture is filled with nostalgic memories and a heartwarming charm.

Each song carries the region’s climate and culture, as well as the feelings of its people.

Yamaguchi’s music scene will surely continue to produce new masterpieces in the years to come.