2x2 Shinobuden was a Japanese duo consisting of Shinichi Mitarai and Toshiharu Umezawa. They started in 1990 with their debut single "Kurukururin," which became a hit. The song "Shinobu Sanjou!" also appears among their notable tracks.
They released several albums including "2x2 Shinobuden" in 1991, "Dancin' on the Edge" in 1993, and "Barietta" in 1995. Umezawa left the group in 1994, and in 2000, Mitarai was arrested for drug possession.
Their music incorporated elements of rock, pop, and traditional Japanese folk. Despite the controversies, songs like "Kurukururin" remained popular with fans.
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