kurayamisaka

kurayamisaka

Formed in 2022 in Oimachi, Tokyo, this five-piece rock band is rapidly emerging as one of Japan’s most exciting new acts. Their sound effortlessly blends the spirit of 2000s alternative rock with the melodic sensibility of J-POP, creating songs that feel both nostalgic and refreshingly modern.
The band first drew attention with their 2022 original track “farewell,” which quickly resonated with early adopters, followed by the EP kimi wo omotte iru. The release earned widespread acclaim not only across Japan but also from international listeners, signaling their growing global presence.
Every headline show organized by the band has sold out immediately, underscoring their rapidly expanding fanbase. In 2025, they were selected as the only Japanese artist included in NME’s “THE NME 100: Essential Emerging Artists for 2025,” firmly positioning them as a leading contender for the next major breakthrough. During the summer of 2025, they performed at numerous major festivals, including FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL ’25.
On September 10, the band released their highly anticipated first full-length album, followed by their first nationwide headline tour across six cities in Japan, running from September to November, which concluded to great success.
In 2026, their momentum continued with selection for Spotify’s year-long emerging artist support program “RADAR: Early Noise 2026,” a nomination for the 18th CD Shop Awards 2026, and a No.1 ranking in Nippon TV’s Buzz Rhythm 02 annual New Year feature “Artists to Break in 2026.”