How to get into enka
enka: Japanese music genre northsound.fm covers 156 enka artists with curated starting points for each.
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What's the best way to get into enka?
Start with Rimi Natsukawa's "Tida: Tida Kaji nu Umui". It's one of the most accessible and representative entry points into enka.
Who are the best enka artists to start with?
Some of the best starting points for enka include Rimi Natsukawa, Yukio Hashi and Super Eight. Each has a dedicated listening guide on northsound.fm.
What is enka?
Japanese music genre