Japanese Fusion: East Meets West in Sound
fusion-frontiers: 2026-01-04

Japanese Fusion: East Meets West in Sound

A sonic journey through Japan's groundbreaking fusion movement of the 1970s and early 80s, where traditional Japanese sensibilities merged with American jazz, funk, and electronic experimentation. Featuring Hiroshi Suzuki, Ryo Kawasaki, Jun Fukamachi, Haruomi Hosono, and other pioneers who created a uniquely Japanese sound that captivated the world.

  • #fusion
  • #jazz-rock
  • #progressive fusion

Tracklist

  1. Hiroshi Suzuki - Cat (Cat, 1976)
  2. Haruomi Hosono - Japanese Rhumba (Paraiso, 1978)
  3. Ryo Kawasaki - Bamboo Child (Juice, 1976)
  4. Jun Fukamachi - Spiral Steps (Spiral Steps, 1976)
  5. Hiromasa Suzuki - Scramble (High-Flying, 1976)
  6. 清水靖晃 - 案山子 (案山子, 1982)