Skip to content

NanaOn-Sha

Japanese music game developer known for PaRappa the Rapper and other rhythm games.

Last updated August 26, 2026

AI crawler reads

No AI crawler has read this profile since Oct 28, 2026.

Overview

NanaOn-Sha is a Japanese game development studio founded by musician Masaya Matsuura in 1993. It is known for creating music rhythm games, especially PaRappa the Rapper released in 1996, which is considered a pioneering work in the rhythm game genre. The studio also developed titles like Um Jammer Lammy.

Products and positioning

Focusing on innovative experiences combining music and games

Product categories. Music games

Cite this profile: Cite the canonical profile. /brand-wiki/nanaon-sha · Editorial policy · How profiles are compiled