kaykyoku
Kaykyoku refers to a genre of Japanese music that emerged in the early 20th century. It is characterized by its melancholic and often dramatic lyrical themes, typically sung in a high-pitched, vibrato-laden style. The music itself often features a blend of Western and traditional Japanese instrumentation, though the emphasis is generally on the emotional delivery of the vocals.
The origins of kaykyoku can be traced to the Meiji and Taishō periods, a time of significant
Prominent artists in the kaykyoku genre achieved considerable fame, becoming household names and their songs enduring