I. Introduction:
w-inds. (ウィンズ) is a Japanese pop and R&B duo under Pony Canyon. Originally a trio, the group now consists of Keita Tachibana and Ryohei Chiba. They made their debut on March 14, 2001, with the single “Forever Memories,” quickly gaining popularity for their smooth vocals, synchronized dance performances, and distinctive sound. Over the years, w-inds. has evolved musically, incorporating a mix of J-pop, R&B, and electronic influences while maintaining a strong presence in Japan and across Asia.
Group Name Meaning: The name w-inds. represents the idea of wind spreading their music far and wide.
Fandom Name: w-inds.day (ウィンズデー)
Fandom Name Meaning: Their fandom name, w-inds.day, is a play on “Wednesday,” symbolizing constant and unwavering support.
II. Members:
| Stage Name: Ryohei (涼平) Birth Name: Ryohei Chiba (千葉涼平) Position(s): Leader, Rapper, Dancer Birthday: November 18, 1984 Zodiac Sign: Scorpio Chinese Zodiac Sign: Rat Height: 169 cm (5’7”) Blood Type: B Nationality: Japanese Instagram: @ryoheichiba_official Twitter (X): @ryoheiwinds | |
| Stage Name: Keita (慶太) Birth Name: Keita Tachibana (橘慶太) Position(s): Main Vocalist Birthday: December 16, 1985 Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius Chinese Zodiac Sign: Ox Height: 183 cm (6’0”) Blood Type: A Nationality: Japanese Instagram: @keita_tachibana_ Twitter (X): @Official_Keita YouTube: Keita Official |
III. Discography:
Studio Albums:
- 1st Message (2001)
- The System of Alive (2002)
- Prime of Life (2003)
- Ageha (2005)
- Thanks (2006)
- Journey (2007)
- Seventh Ave. (2008)
- Another World (2010)
- Move Like This (2012)
- Timeless (2014)
- Blue Blood (2015)
- Invisible (2017)
- 100 (2018)
- 20XX: We Are (2021)
- Beyond (2023)
- winderlust (2025)
Best Albums:
- w-inds. bestracks (2004)
- w-inds. Single Collection Best Eleven (2008)
- w-inds. 10th Anniversary Best Album: We Dance For Everyone (2011)
- w-inds. 10th Anniversary Best Album: We Sing For You (2011)
Other Albums:
- Buddies (with Lead and Flame) (2003)
Singles / Digital Singles:
- Forever Memories (2001)
- Feel the Fate (2001)
- Paradox (2001)
- Try Your Emotion (2002)
- Another Days (2002)
- Because of You (2002)
- New Paradise (2002)
- Super Lover (I Need You Tonight) (2003)
- Love is Message (2003)
- Long Road (2003)
- Pieces (2004)
- Kirei da (2004)
- Shiki (2004)
- Yume no Basho e (2005)
- Kawari Yuku Sora (2005)
- IT'S IN THE STARS (2006)
- Trial (2006)
- Boogie Woogie 66 (2006)
- Hanamuke (2007)
- Love is the Greatest Thing (2007)
- Beautiful Life (2007)
Ame Ato (2008) - Everyday / CAN'T GET BACK (2008)
- Rain Is Fallin' / Hybrid Dream (2009)
- New World / Truth Saigo no Shinjitsu (2009)
- Addicted to Love (2010)
- Be As One / Let's Get It On (2011)
- You & I (2011)
- FLY HIGH (2012)
- A Little Bit (2013)
- Yume de Aeru no ni Sometimes I Cry (2014)
- FANTASY (2015)
- In Love With The Music (2015)
- Who's the Liar (2025)
- Boom Word Up (2016)
- Backstage (2016)
- We Don't Need To Talk Anymore (2017)
- Time Has Gone (2017)
- Dirty Talk (2018)
- Get Down (2019)
- DoU (2020)
- Beautiful Now (2020)
- Strip (2021)
- Little (2021)
- Beautiful Life (2022)
- Beyond (2023)
- Run (2023)
- FAKE IT (2024)
- Imagination (2024)
- Who's the Liar (2025)
