The Song That Saved Japan After the Devastating 3/11 Earthquake

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In 2011, a Vocaloid song titled Senbonzakura burst onto the scene and became a cultural phenomenon. It didn't just change Vocaloid music, it changed J-pop itself.

In this video, we explore how Senbonzakura, composed by Kurousa-P and featuring Hatsune Miku, became a national symbol of resilience after the 2011 Tohoku Earthquake. From its origins on Niconico to iconic covers by Wagakki Band and legendary enka singers, this is the story of how a Vocaloid song defined a new era of Japanese culture.

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