Hana Sato
Name
Hana Sato
Birth date
22 September 1996
Land
Japan 
Stadt
Yokohama
Iron Roses
Hana grew up in the busy neighborhoods of Yokohama, where music rehearsal studios and local live houses were part of everyday life. As a child, she frequently helped local bands move equipment and prepare for small shows — experiences that gave her an early understanding of the behind-the-scenes work musicians rely on.
Her path to bass playing began unexpectedly when a bassist she assisted let her try his instrument during a break at a venue. The moment she heard the deep, resonant tone beneath her fingers, she knew she had found her instrument. From that day forward, she dedicated herself to mastering the bass with quiet but unwavering determination.
Musical Development:
Hana’s influences read like a foundation of heavy metal bass mastery: Steve Harris’ galloping precision, Geezer Butler’s warm and expressive low-end storytelling, and John Paul Jones’ melodic sensitivity. She admired players who could hold a band together from below — powerful, supportive, and full of subtle emotion.
Her playing reflects that lineage: grounded, controlled, groove-oriented, and always serving the bigger picture of the song.
Joining Iron Roses:
When Iron Roses began forming, Yumi put out a search for a bassist who could anchor a dual-guitar-driven band. Hana auditioned soon after seeing the call. As noted in the band’s main biography, she clicked immediately with Yumi and Rina — forming the rhythmic core of the group. Her tone, timing, and calm confidence made her the perfect fit for the evolving lineup.
Role in the Band:
Hana provides the band’s rhythmic stability and low-end weight. Her bass lines lock with Rina’s drumming, giving Iron Roses the punch and foundation needed for their complex arrangements and theatrical melodies. She also helps shape rhythmic transitions and structural flow during songwriting.
Personality:
Soft-spoken and observant, Hana is the calmest member of Iron Roses. Fans affectionately call her “The Quiet Storm” — gentle offstage, but powerful and explosive when performing. Her humor is dry, her presence steady, and her dedication unwavering.
Her path to bass playing began unexpectedly when a bassist she assisted let her try his instrument during a break at a venue. The moment she heard the deep, resonant tone beneath her fingers, she knew she had found her instrument. From that day forward, she dedicated herself to mastering the bass with quiet but unwavering determination.
Musical Development:
Hana’s influences read like a foundation of heavy metal bass mastery: Steve Harris’ galloping precision, Geezer Butler’s warm and expressive low-end storytelling, and John Paul Jones’ melodic sensitivity. She admired players who could hold a band together from below — powerful, supportive, and full of subtle emotion.
Her playing reflects that lineage: grounded, controlled, groove-oriented, and always serving the bigger picture of the song.
Joining Iron Roses:
When Iron Roses began forming, Yumi put out a search for a bassist who could anchor a dual-guitar-driven band. Hana auditioned soon after seeing the call. As noted in the band’s main biography, she clicked immediately with Yumi and Rina — forming the rhythmic core of the group. Her tone, timing, and calm confidence made her the perfect fit for the evolving lineup.
Role in the Band:
Hana provides the band’s rhythmic stability and low-end weight. Her bass lines lock with Rina’s drumming, giving Iron Roses the punch and foundation needed for their complex arrangements and theatrical melodies. She also helps shape rhythmic transitions and structural flow during songwriting.
Personality:
Soft-spoken and observant, Hana is the calmest member of Iron Roses. Fans affectionately call her “The Quiet Storm” — gentle offstage, but powerful and explosive when performing. Her humor is dry, her presence steady, and her dedication unwavering.