Despite the dissolution of the famous Japanese rap groups Kandytown and BAD HOP, representing the new generation of artists, the Japanese hip-hop scene remains vibrant in 2023. Rappers from the Land of the Rising Sun continue to explore new frontiers in music production, hard-hitting lyrics, and visual innovation, much to the delight of their fans. In this article, we present a list of the most promising Japanese rappers, whose popularity continues to grow with both Japanese and international audiences.
Despite the dissolution of the famous Japanese rap groups Kandytown and BAD HOP, representing the new generation of artists, the Japanese hip-hop scene remains vibrant in 2023. Rappers from the Land of the Rising Sun continue to explore new frontiers in music production, hard-hitting lyrics, and visual innovation, much to the delight of their fans. In this article, we present a list of the most promising Japanese rappers, whose popularity continues to grow with both Japanese and international audiences.