The Peggies

Japanese all-female indie rock band known for energetic pop-punk sound and popular anime theme songs.Formed in 2004 at Toho Gakuen School of Music by Yuuho Kitazawa (vocals/guitar), Kikue Inomata (bass), and Maika Kobayashi (drums). Debuted officially in 2011. Gained mainstream recognition through anime openings like "Kimi no Sei" for Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai and "Centimeter" for Rent-a-Girlfriend. Released several albums and EPs, balancing indie roots with commercial success.
  • Lead singer Yuuho Kitazawa also releases solo music under her own name.
  • Their song "Kimi no Sei" became a massive viral hit, propelling them to national fame in Japan and significant international recognition among anime fans.
  • The band name "The Peggies" is reportedly inspired by the word "peggy", a term used for a temporary fastening in stage carpentry, symbolizing their initial intention to be a temporary project during school.