Taro Hakase’s famous and popular songs
Taro Hakase is a violinist who has produced famous pieces such as “Jounetsu Tairiku” and “Himawari,” and has been active across the boundaries of classical and pop music.
His distinctive character is also captivating—his trademark, strikingly permed hairstyle and entertainment-rich live performances shatter the conventional image of a violinist.
In this article, we’ve gathered popular and signature tracks for those who are about to listen to Hakase’s music for the first time.
You might even discover, “Wait, this song was by Hakase too?”
Enjoy!
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Taro Hakase’s Famous and Popular Songs (21–30)
Harvest HomeHakasé Tarō
It opens with a tick-tick-tick-tick rhythm, a cheerful tone setting a bright beginning.
It doesn’t just end in a clamor; it’s sung tenderly with a beautiful vibrato.
Just when you think the rhythm is steady, the mood shifts mid-song with a piano solo that brings in jazz—definitely a spot to watch.
Another Kyoto: Forests of Kyoto EditionHakasé Tarō
In the deep green forest, with beautiful birds chirping cheerfully and the clear water of a brook, the slightly prickly sadness of a husband who’s been left behind is gently soothed by the calm melody.
It really makes you realize again that music has the power to heal people.
New WorldKuraizurā & Kanpanī
Kryzler & Company, the trio of Taro Hakase, Yoshinobu Takeshita, and Tsuneo Saito, debuted in 1990.
Even with masks on, you can immediately tell which one is Hakase.
They were very cool and excellent.
I’d like to listen to a bit more.
Time MessengerHakasé Tarō
It’s as if something is about to begin—while cautiously feeling out the surroundings, the song starts.
The melody blends comfortably with the backing rhythm, and the scale flowing through it is hard to put into words.
Even with vocals added, I think it would still come out cool.
The tone speaks softly, yet the tempo never forgets its forward stride.
It’s a gentle melody that seems to embrace you even when you can’t quite muster the will to say, “Let’s do this.”
MAHOROBA ~Fighting Spirit~Hakasé Tarō
Taro Hakase’s piece here has an appealing, forward-looking tone that aligns well with Iwatani Corporation’s concept of opening the future with hydrogen.
The rich orchestral sound also seems to symbolize a bright future.
It looks like we’ll be able to experience a hydrogen-powered boat at the Expo, which is intriguing as well.
Song of Kamijima TownHakasé Tarō
This is the image song for Kamijima Town in Ehime Prefecture, created by Taro Hakase, one of Japan’s leading violinists.
After actually visiting the town, Hakase turned the emotions he felt from its scenery and the character of its people into music—resulting in a special piece written exclusively for Kamijima.
The gently played violin melody evokes the calm sound of the Seto Inland Sea’s waves and the pleasant breeze that sweeps through the islands.
Listening to it, you can almost see the sunlit, shimmering sea and the lush, green islands.
It’s a gem of an instrumental piece that lets you feel the warm atmosphere of Kamijima Town through music.
From the suite MATSURI “NIPPON”Hakasé Tarō
It’s a passionate, large-scale piece where the timbres of the shakuhachi and shamisen blend with a grand orchestra.
The way it builds heat from quiet passages is like a Japanese festival shifting from a solemn ritual to a lively celebration.
Just listening makes your heart naturally dance and your spirit soar.
This track is included on Taro Hakase’s album “JAPONISM,” released in August 2013, and was also selected as a campaign song by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and the Japan Tourism Agency, helping to showcase the appeal of Japan.
It might be perfect when you want to get fired up and dive into something, or when you want to refresh your mood with expansive music.