Some say, "They ain't heavy metal."
What is definition of heavy metal ? First of all ,Does it actually exist?
At least they've made another style; "Baby metal." It's absolutely exciting the world.

Hiroto, the lead vocalist, apparently may look "psychotic" to you. Don't worry! He isn't insane, but a genius of rock!

The first Japanese rock band to be lead act at the main arena of "Madison Square Garden" New York.

The most famous Japanese guys in the world.
Their energetic rock is loved in every country.

They're first Japanese rock star having been internationally praised .They've proved potentiality of Japanese rock.

This progressive rock trio utilizes both male and female vocals. Upon watching their videos, you'll be dragged into the dark side of the world and elevated to new heights.

The coolest Japanese girls.
They play tracks ranging from pop to rock. They have been touring Asia, North America, and Europe since 2015.

French-maid outfits? Check.Cute looks? Check.What kind of music do you think they play? If you're thinking 'POP',you're wrong.Don't let their cute looks fool you - these girls can rock !!

Duo of rock known as having sung the theme song of Japanese Anime "ONE PIECE."
Though Remi ,a female one is still young,her mature singing voice never make you realize the age.

This is the best of J-Rock!!
These are the Japanese bad boys!! Don't talk about Japanese rock without 'em !!

These punk rockers wear suits, but their music was not for gentlemen as their concerts have been often called "riots."

This rock duo will make you ask,"Are they really Japanese?" You will probably doubt it after you listen to them. Why? Anyway, try to watch their videos.

Its vocals ,UEDA Takeshi is also known as producer.He composed "Gimme Chocolate!!" of BABYMETAL.

Classic rock band of adults.
CHIBA Yūsuke,vocalist,is also knwn as that of THEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT.

They are Japanese wolves who play rock.
Though they have their own world, it isn't tough for you to get into it partly because their lyrics are almost entirely composed in English. Incidentally, real Japanese wolves actually went extinct over 100 years ago.

Sophisticated rock band.
It may be American rock band rather than Japanese one because of some reasons.In Japanese rock fans,the reputation for them may be divided in half,"Like"or "Hate."

Representative band of Japanese metalcore and loud rock.
They have been being highly reputed internationally.It is still getting higher since their act at Download Festival in England.

Fun!! Anyway fun!!
Their music has various elements,loud rock ,metalcore,techno sound,Euro beat.Some tracks are even danceable.

The band of metalcore utilizing two male vocalists.
Mixture of death growl and high-pitched voice like female's is their charm.It will make you get up.

The band of hard rock.
Hiro,its vocalist,is little brother of Taka of ONE OK ROCK.Though some point too much influence of his brother on him,Hiro is beginng to make up his own music world.As a proof ,many fans love MY FIRST STORY while they have no interest in ONE OK ROCK.

Their rock is composed of various elements.
They put sounds of reggae into some of their tracks. Sometimes even monkey dance as well.

The Gazette has been a staple band of the visual-kei scene since 2002, making hit songs such as Cassis and Reila and hit albums such as Nil and Toxic. They have a sophisticated, but energetic stage presence, and at every concert they electrify the crowd.

Visual kei of hard rock.
They had been dressed gaudy even in Visual kei. You will find what it means if you watch their some music videos.Sometimes, they even looked creepy.But that was their charm.Osamu's fav are "SLIVER" "SECRET No.03" "MESSIAH."

The band of metalcore.
Ryo Kinoshita,its vocalist, looks cool and gentle.But to the contrary ,his voice sounds very hard and wild.

One of bands in pop rock that can organize concerts in big stadiums of Japan.
Their music is totally emotional. Therefore their sound, lyrics,vocal,these are all rather "hot" rather than "hard." Its typical one is "Itteki no eikyō."

The band of loud rock coming from a southern Island of Okinawa.
Their loud rock has characteristic something to differ from the others.
Their music is progressive and has ethnic elements.

Very weird Visual kei band.They have been getting popular since 2016.Their music always involves bloody images,bizarre murder,organs,and death.But they have something to drag you into their abnormal world before you notice it.

Trio of rock.
Yoshino, the lead vocalist, is rocker of passion.To tell you honestly,he looks agly.
And skill of his vocal might not be higly acclaimed by ordibary standard.Nobody can feel his music in common sence.Yoshino puts his soul into lyrics and sings these songs in scream of soul. It is absolutely going to nail your mind.

One of the coolest Japanese rock band ever historically.
In lives they changed each position of playing depending on their feelings on date.Any guy could be drams guitarist.

Trio of classic rock.
They have more fans in America,Europe than Japan.Its sound is simple though,something beats your mind.

This melodic rock comes in a very "kawaii" package. These girls know how to rock.

Their makeup may remind you of "KISS". But they are more heavy metal than KISS.

The legend of Japanese heavy metal.
They have paved the road of Japanese heavy metal.

He is rock artsit like traveller.His music is very free and never be captured by anything else.

Legendary band of punk rock ,contrary to its name.Some tracks are very emotional for punk. That's their attraction.

Singer of rock and blues.But many say "He is rather troubadour rather than singer".Don't miss his attractive voice.

Rock Queen of 80's never wears off. Her energy will make your heart beat faster.

She sings every song emotionally. Sometimes softly, sometimes wildly, contrary to her childlike looks.She sung the fifth opening song of the anime "Bleach."

That's the legend of Japanese Rock!

"The rebel rocker" - having passed away at the age of 26, he kept singing his message of resisting adult society.These still capture many hearts.

The band was led by KAI, who performed lead vocals. His wild voice, straight lyrics describing the lonely mind of men, and cool melody rocked our soul.

This band embodies the spirit of the samurai. Miyamoto, the lead vocalist, his music is based on "machismo."