waterweed is a Japanese rock band formed in 2003 and listed with members Ohga and Ohga. Their sound combines hardcore punk, melodic hardcore, metalcore, punk rock, and alternative rock, built around sharp guitars, tight rhythms, and emotive vocals that give the band a fast, high-energy edge both on record and on stage.
The band is also connected to anime music through the opening theme "Kaze ni Naru" for Natsume's Book of Friends and the ending theme "Kimi no Shiranai Monogatari" for Bakemonogatari. Over the years, waterweed has released several albums, collaborated with various artists, and continued to release new tracks and perform live. As of 2023, the band remained active in the Japanese music scene, making it a notable name for listeners who follow Japanese punk, hardcore, alternative rock, and anime-related music.
