Toru Takemitsu

A leading Japanese contemporary classical composer blending orchestral music with electronic elements. He has scored films and games including 'Monster Hunter' and 'Dragon Quest.' His work dissolves boundaries between popular and art music, creating compositions appreciated in both cinemas and concert halls, advancing Japanese cultural dialogue.

A YMO member and master film composer who won the Academy Award for The Last Emperor. Known as 'Professor,' he was also active in environmental causes. Passed in 2023.

A composer and pianist who evolved from YMO membership to create diverse works spanning contemporary, ambient, and film music. An Academy Award-winning composer whose experimental works profoundly influenced global contemporary music. Passed away in 2023, leaving an unparalleled legacy.

Starting as core member of YMO, Sakamoto pursued fusion of electronic and classical music for over five decades. His innovative works span film scores, theater, and ambient music, profoundly influencing the international music scene. Though he passed in 2023, his legacy continues to shine as one of Japan's greatest musical innovators.

A music unit comprising composer Ayase and vocalist ikura. They gained attention with their unique concept of turning novels into music, and their debut single 'Yoru ni Kakeru' was a massive hit. 'Idol' dominated global streaming charts, symbolizing a new era of international J-Pop success.

A Japanese music genre that flourished from the late 1970s to the 1980s, characterized by sophisticated urban sounds. Key artists include Tatsuro Yamashita, Mariya Takeuchi, and Miki Matsubara. It experienced a global revival in the late 2010s through internet rediscovery.