So Arakawa

**So Arakawa** is a Japanese musician and producer carving out a cozy niche in the modern city pop and synthwave revival scene. Known for blending nostalgic 80s-inspired synths with laid-back grooves, his music feels like a late-night drive through Tokyo’s neon-lit streets or a sun-soaked escape to the coast. Tracks like *SPACE WALK* and *ESCAPE* showcase his knack for crafting dreamy, transportive soundscapes, while *ローカルトレイン (Local Train)* and *Get My Music On…南へ…* hint at a playful love for regional Japanese aesthetics and retro-futuristic storytelling.

With releases like *The Goddess’s Mine* and *Nightmare Cruisin’*, Arakawa leans into both ethereal melodies and gritty synth textures, appealing to fans of vaporwave’s hazy nostalgia and city pop’s slick sophistication. While he keeps a relatively low profile online, his growing discography solidifies him as a hidden gem in Japan’s electronic music underground—perfect for listeners chasing that “lost 80s anime soundtrack” vibe with a modern twist.