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Dai Fujikura on Amber Alchemy, Boulez and the LSO

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The Sound of Epic Anime Conductor Michael England Interview

A conductor who has never been to Japan, an album ...

A conductor who has never been to Japan, an album ...

Written by: Simon Martin
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12 Songs We Cannot Wait to Hear at The Sound of Epic Anime

A full orchestra is playing music from Naruto, Dem...

A full orchestra is playing music from Naruto, Dem...

Written by: Keziah Maru
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LiSA at the Troxy: The London Setlist and the Stories Behind It

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Know which songs are likely to make the biggest mo...

Written by: Keziah Maru
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The Sounds of Japan: Exploring Music, Genres & Subcultures

Japan’s music scene is a bold mix of genre-defying sound and cultural storytelling. From the polished pop of J-Pop idols and the nostalgic glow of City Pop, to the experimental edge of Japanese hip-hop, lo-fi beats, and indie rock, the country’s soundscape reflects a culture in constant creative motion.

Our Music section brings you closer to the voices shaping Japan today. Explore features on underground scenes in Tokyo and Osaka, breakdowns of iconic albums, rising artists, and the global reach of Japanese music across anime, gaming, and fashion.

This is your window into a world where sound, identity, and subculture collide—and where Japan’s creative spirit is always turned up to eleven.

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