If you like Shinji Tanimura, try these artists

If you like Shinji Tanimura, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

Artists to try next

Tatsurō Yamashita

Tatsurō Yamashita

Shared genres: kayōkyoku

city pop kayōkyoku pop music
Yumi Matsutoya

Yumi Matsutoya

Guide

Shared genres: kayōkyoku

J-pop city pop folk rock
Koichi Sugiyama

Koichi Sugiyama

Shared genres: kayōkyoku

anime song kayōkyoku video game music
Hiromi Iwasaki

Hiromi Iwasaki

Shared genres: kayōkyoku

J-pop kayōkyoku
Anri

Anri

Guide

Same era (~2000s)

J-pop city pop
Junko Ōhashi

Junko Ōhashi

Shared genres: kayōkyoku

J-pop city pop kayōkyoku
Hiroko Shimabukuro

Hiroko Shimabukuro

Same era (~2000s)

J-pop rhythm and blues

Common questions

Who sounds like Shinji Tanimura?

Artists similar to Shinji Tanimura include Tatsurō Yamashita, Fuyumi Sakamoto, Yumi Matsutoya and Koichi Sugiyama. Each shares elements of Shinji Tanimura's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Shinji Tanimura?

Shinji Tanimura is primarily known for kayōkyoku. Tanimura’s music pulses with a steady groove, weaving together lush melodies and poignant refrains that create an enveloping emotional experience.

Where should I start if I like Shinji Tanimura?

If you enjoy Shinji Tanimura, start with Tatsurō Yamashita — their album "Greatest Hits! of Tatsuro Yamashita" is a great entry point. Shared genres: kayōkyoku