Masterpieces that sing of beauty. Recommended popular songs.

SummertimeChick Corea & Hiromi

Chick Corea & Hiromi Uehara – Summertime

Jazz master Chick Corea lays out the framework of the piece, and Hiromi Uehara rides it, unleashing captivating phrases that feel both strikingly un-Japanese and quintessentially Japanese.

Jazz doesn’t plead for your emotions, but it sinks deep into the heart.

StardustFlaming Heart

불꽃심장 (Flaming Heart) – Stardust “별의 눈물“ ⁄ Tears of a Star – Stardust [Piano Music]

A New Age piece that’s just as famous in Korea as YIRUMA.

It’s sad and heartrending, yet carries a certain beauty.

When you want to calm your mind, turn off the lights at night and light only candles—listening to this track truly puts your heart at ease.

It’s also a great song for falling asleep.

For RiverKan. R. Gao, Laura Shigihara

For River – Piano (Johnny’s Version)

It’s a song that was used as an insert track in the game “To the Moon,” and it’s a masterpiece I still find myself remembering from time to time.

There’s a scene in the game where past events are recalled as beautiful memories, and I especially want to listen to it when it resonates with my own experiences.

It’s relaxing, and I recommend it for a peaceful moment at night.

be my love.Keith Jarrett

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Keith Jarrett’s comeback album after taking a break from performing due to chronic fatigue syndrome.

The performance feels singularly focused on conveying the beauty of melody in a simple, unadorned way.

It’s a moody, sophisticated piece for adults.

Princess of Flowerssasaki isao

Isao Sasaki, Princess of Flowers

A Japanese artist who, through word of mouth among young people in South Korea, became explosively popular.

They are having a major influence on the music used in Korean dramas.

This cute, fluffy song can also be enjoyed as background music.

TAKUMI / ArtisanMatsutani Taku

TAKUMI / Artisan

I think most people can’t help but be reminded of a certain TV program when they hear this! But listening to it again, it truly is a beautiful piece.

The delicate timbre that feels very Japanese and the memorable melody are wonderful.

It’s a piece that exemplifies true mastery of the piano.

Seeds of LifeKanno Yōko

Seeds of Life / Yoko Kanno

I think most people will recognize it as soon as they hear the song.

Yes, that commercial.

When you listen to the full version, it’s a very gentle and beautiful piece.

It has a catchy melody, but it also has a sense of expansiveness that really moves you.

Just like in the commercial, it’s the kind of song that fills your heart to the brim.