Kiiyama Shoten (きいやま商店)

Popular Japanese Reggae and Reggae Fusion band Kiiyama Shoten hails from Ishigaki. They are recognized for their bright, vivacious rhythms, which are guaranteed to get people moving. "Gan Bei shiyanshiyan," "kiiyamanoakasatana," "oshiyanOKINAWA," "doumangite," "zinganeran," "Sheng riPao rou!" "konoGe Jie ke," "Chong Nawa rotsukunroru," "Wan Zhang reyo!" and "Pu ranoDao" are some of their most well-known songs.

The upbeat and entertaining song "Gan Bei shiyanshiyan" highlights the delight of drinking with friends. Everyone will want to dance to the song's energetic rhythms and enticing melodies. Another well-known song that highlights the band's distinctive sound is "kiiyamanoakasatana." The song has a distinctive and catchy sound because it combines aspects of traditional Okinawan music with Reggae and Reggae Fusion.

The song "oshiyanOKINAWA" honors the splendor and culture of Okinawa. Traditional Okinawan instruments are combined with contemporary Reggae and Reggae Fusion sounds to create the song's beautiful and uplifting melody. "doumangite," "zinganeran," "Sheng riPao rou!" "konoGe Jie ke," "Chong Nawa rotsukunroru," "Wan Zhang reyo!" and "Pu ranoDao" are some of the other well-known songs by Kiiyama Shoten.

Overall, Kiiyama Shoten is a strong and distinctive musical ensemble that has amassed a sizable fan base in Japan and abroad. Their sound is upbeat and catchy because it combines traditional Okinawan melodies with elements of reggae and reggae fusion. It's no surprise that Kiiyama Shoten is one of the most well-known Reggae and Reggae Fusion music groups in Japan with their contagious enthusiasm and distinctive sound.

With their distinctive fusion of reggae and Okinawan music, Kiiyama Shoten has been mesmerizing audiences for years, and their most recent album, "kiiyamaShang Dian zabesuto konoGe Jie ke (2023)," is no different. "shiyurayoi (2022)" and "TTMdeUTT (2021)" are among the most well-known songs on the album. The band's flexibility is on full display in this album as they deftly combine upbeat reggae beats with traditional Okinawan melodies.

"akasatana (2021)," one of Kiiyama Shoten's most recent singles, is a shining illustration of their ability to mash up genres. The song combines traditional Okinawan instruments with the band's distinctive reggae style. The end result is a fun, lively song that will definitely have people moving. "Chong Nawa niXue gaJiang ru (2021)" is another noteworthy music; it has a more laid-back, mellow vibe. The song is a great addition to any playlist because to its soothing reggae groove and sentimental lyrics.

The band's distinctive sound is further exhibited on Kiiyama Shoten's previous album, "oshiyanOKINAWA (2018)". Songs on the album are both joyful and reflective, and the lyrics cover a wide variety of emotions. The album's "Hai noSheng (2018)" is a notable piece because it beautifully combines traditional Okinawan instruments with reggae sounds. Overall, Kiiyama Shoten continues to push musical limits, and their most recent albums are proof of their continued development as musicians.

Japanese Reggae Fusion musician Kiiyama Shoten has worked with a variety of musicians over the years. On the song "Chong Nawa niXue gaJiang ru," Calmera and I collaborated in one of our most significant projects. Calmera's sultry voice and Kiiyama Shoten's reggae beats combine to create this soulful and relaxed track. The two music genres that are being combined are the ideal blend for each other.

With the Japanese reggae band Shonan No Kaze, there was another noteworthy collaboration. The result of this cooperation is the song "Hikari," which combines the distinctive reggae sound of Kiiyama Shoten with the distinctive reggae and hip-hop fusion of Shonan No Kaze. The song is a fantastic illustration of how two distinct musical styles can combine to produce something original, and it has a catchy chorus.

Overall, Kiiyama Shoten has worked with a variety of bands throughout the years, but his work with Shonan No Kaze and Calmera stands out the most. These pairings demonstrate how Kiiyama Shoten's music can meld with many genres to produce something lovely and distinctive.