Japanese Classical Piano

Japanese classical piano music is a refined, emotive genre that often combines Western classical piano traditions with a distinctly Japanese aesthetic sensibility. As exemplified by artists like Nobuyuki Tsujii and Mao Fujita, the genre boasts a delicate interplay of nuanced dynamics and expressive phrasing, embracing both subtlety and technical virtuosity. Many artists expertly interweave elements of Japanese folk music and contemporary harmonies, creating a soundscape that honors the rich history of Western classical canonical works while introducing innovative interpretations and compositions. This genre not only showcases the remarkable precision and lyrical beauty of the piano but also serves as a cultural bridge, engaging with universal emotions through a uniquely Japanese lens.

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Album - 10 Tracks - Released October 8, 2025

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Aimi Kobayashi
Fujiko Hemming
Hiroko Ishimoto
Kikuo Watanabe
Masaya Kamei
Michie Koyama
Mitsuko Uchida
Nobuyuki Tsujii
Shinya Kiyozuka
Sumire Kuribayashi
Tadashi Imai
Tomoharu Ushida
Yoshihiro Kondo
Yuji Takahashi
古海行子
Shinya Kiyozuka
Mitsuko Uchida
Nobuyuki Tsujii
Fujiko Hemming
Aimi Kobayashi
Tadashi Imai
Tomoharu Ushida
Yuji Takahashi
Yoshihiro Kondo
Hiroko Ishimoto
Michie Koyama
Kikuo Watanabe
Sumire Kuribayashi
古海行子
Masaya Kamei