World-famous ultra super eccentric cult punk-pop band.
Since 1981, when front girl Naoko formed the band in the rock city of Osaka, influenced by the Beatles, Ramones, Buzzcocks and others.
They continue to revolutionize the history of rock music by writing songs about fun and happiness, other than the usual romance, life's struggles and disappointments, political frustrations, and battles.
The band's name comes from an old brand name of pencil sharpener knives.