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Gorgeous artwork graces the jackets of LP releases of the work of Ghibli’s greatest composer.
J-pop mega star returns to the biggest hit of her career as an adult, with some help from a special musical partner from her past.
Legendary composer Jo Hisaishi and the U.K.’s Royal Philharmonic Orchestra combine the sounds and sights of Studio Ghibli’s anime films for two unforgettable nights.
Data suggests that a relative lack of live music and performances is a contributing factor as to why many young people move to Tokyo or Osaka.
Operational shift means no more unique station melodies on one Tokyo line, and more could follow.
The arena, which recently celebrated its one-year anniversary, is already a major home for global musical acts.
Sailor Moon creator draws band-new illustration of the manga heroine and best-selling vocalist.
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