From boundary-pushing koto musicians to experimental jazz virtuosi, Japanese music has long embraced all things avant-garde. This Rough Guide highlights some of today's key innovators whose individualism challenges the conformist perception of Japan. Side A 01 Michiyo Yagi: Rouge 05:58 02 Masanori Oishi: Syracuse Blues 03:51 03 Cockroach Eater: Kyogen Qabbalah 05:51 04 Emiko Voice: Sanosa 04:56 Side B 01 Karin: Uiteruyo? 03:16 02 tsuMGuito: fPB 11:03 03 Shun Sakai & The Long Goodbye: 'Sukanpo no Sakukoro, Bengawan Solo, Kanpyo 06:07
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