800 cherries

800 Cherries is a Tokyo-based duo known for their unique blend of Japanese indie pop and Shibuya-kei. The group originally formed as a three-piece unit in Sapporo in 1994 with members Manami Marufuji, Masayuki Takahashi, and Ritsuko Ôtera, who left in 1997. The duo's sound has evolved over time, starting with ethereal and acoustic elements before incorporating electronic and glitch influences. Their music is characterized by whispery vocals and tinkly keyboards, staples of Japanese indie/electro pop. Some of their notable works include "piccolo," released in 1995, and "Romantico," a classic of the Shibuya-kei genre, featuring tracks like "painty pots." Following their unofficial hiatus, the members have pursued other musical projects.

The duo's music often embodies a dreamy, pop innocence. Their influence in Shibuya-kei, a genre known for blending elements of 1960s pop, hip-hop, and French Yé-yé, is significant. Despite their hiatus, their albums have been remastered and reissued, introducing their music to new audiences.