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.

You raise me upJosep Marc Laporta

You raise me up ~ Josep Marc Laporta (piano)

It’s a song that was featured in figure skating exhibitions and was once popular in Japan, but in fact it has long been beloved around the world.

It’s an anthem for life that gives us the strength to overcome human weakness and suffering—a powerful track that inspires and encourages courage.

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.