Masterpieces and popular songs by Tokyo Jihen

Black Cat RoadToukyou Jihen

Black Cat Path / Tokyo Incidents

When you hear “cat,” especially a black cat, what kind of image comes to mind? “Cute,” “willful,” “free,” “a bit ominous”—I imagine those are common.

This song packs all of those black cat impressions into a single track.

The lyrics bounce along briskly with a lively tempo, making you want to move your body and tap on whatever’s nearby.

It’s a stylish piece with a charming appeal that brings a smile to your face and draws you in.

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setting sunToukyou Jihen

Tokyo Jihen – Sunset

“Rakujitsu” literally means “the setting sun,” and by extension it is also used to signify “the end of a life.” True to that image, the song begins slowly, with a lonely, sorrowful tone.

Yet it doesn’t end there: despite its almost narrative style, the chorus has such power that you can’t help but clench your fists.

It’s a beautiful, delicate, and yet brimming-with-energy masterpiece that seizes the listener’s heart and won’t let go.

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OSCAToukyou Jihen

Tokyo Incidents – OSCA

This song is characterized by a slightly edgy sound.

Shiina Ringo’s vocal delivery is idiosyncratic to the point that it’s hard to make out the Japanese lyrics.

Although it’s short, each instrument has its own solo part, and each produces a distinctive tone that makes you realize this track is built from those individual flavors.

Bring it onToukyou Jihen

Tokyo Incidents – Bring It On

The vibe of the song is really cool.

The fleeting “I hate you” that you can hear gives me chills.

It’s one of the tracks included on Tokyo Jihen’s album Adult.

Personally, I think the guitar-focused instrumental section is incredibly cool.

Season farewellToukyou Jihen

Season Sayonara

It’s a refreshing, fast-paced song.

Since Ukigumo also wrote the lyrics, it might sound different from the Tokyo Jihen songs we’re used to hearing.

I feel this track really lets the band’s instruments shine.

I love its crisp attitude of not lingering in the afterglow.

New Civilization EnlightenmentToukyou Jihen

Tokyo Incidents – The New Civilization Enlightenment

It’s a song with English lyrics.

I can’t help but associate it with things like the Olympics, but true to the title “Civilization and Enlightenment,” it feels fresh and new.

I really like how the colorful visuals and the upbeat chorus melody come together so positively.

Apple SongToukyou Jihen

Tokyo Jihen “Ringo no Uta” Cover [Bass]

This song is a solo track by Ringo Sheena that’s been rearranged with Tokyo Jihen’s band sound.

It’s the very first track on the album “Kyōiku.” I prefer this version because it feels sharper and cooler than the solo version.