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Yuzu Genkai
Yuzu Genkai formed in 1997 in Yokohama, with Masashi Nakayama and Satoshi Iwasaki. They started playing local venues with a mix of folk, pop, and rock that...
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Yuzu Genkai formed in 1997 in Yokohama, with Masashi Nakayama and Satoshi Iwasaki. They started playing local venues with a mix of folk, pop, and rock that didn't fit neatly into existing categories. Their 2003 single "Lemon" became a major hit in Japan, topping charts for weeks with its bittersweet melody.
After "Lemon," Yuzu toured through Asia and Europe. They've released albums like Home, Yuzuen, Ribbon, Yuzu no Hana, and Ultramarine. Nakayama handles vocals, guitar, and songwriting, while Iwasaki contributes vocals, harmonica, and songwriting.
In 2012, their single "Natsuiro" drew criticism for a line about alcohol use, leading to a public apology. Their music has appeared in film and television soundtracks, sometimes translated into other languages.
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