credit:  Rintaro Miyawaki

luvis at Mohawk Indoor

Mar 11, 2025

Mohawk Indoor

A singer-songwriter, track maker, and guitarist from Uji, Kyoto, now based in Tokyo.
luvis seeks to connect primal emotions—those that precede words—passed down through generations, to people living today and to those of future eras.

Drawing influence from jazz, soul music, alternative rock, folk, and the natural world, his organic sound and distinctive voice captivate listeners. The name "luvis" originates from "luv (love) is," reflecting his lifelong theme of exploring what love truly means through his creative endeavors.

The title track of his latest EP, Blue Inside You, "Higher," gained international attention through performances at SXSW, a renowned music festival in the United States, and on NPR's World Cafe. It was also featured in the 2025 broadcast of EIGHT-JAM's "Best 10 Songs of the Year Chosen by Professionals" segment and reached #8 on Spotify's Viral Chart.

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About
From: Kyoto, Japan
Genre: R & B
Subgenre: Alternative
Type: Showcase