The album 'breath,' which has long been loved worldwide and marked a major turning point in the music career of yutaka hirasaka, is now available on analog for the first time. Yutaka hirasaka has received high praise both domestically and internationally through multiple releases on Canada's Inner Ocean Records and collaborations with overseas beatmakers and ambient artists. Guitarist and composer based in Tokyo. He has released numerous works through various approaches, centered around guitar and ambient music, from labels both in Japan and abroad. He has also collaborated with many overseas beatmakers and ambient artists. His live performances, focused on guitar and ambient sounds, are held in a variety of settings. He has released three albums through Canada's Inner Ocean Records and performed a full set live on the Sofar Sounds YouTube channel. Recently, his activities have expanded further, including producing in-store music for the restaurant 'enso,' produced by the cosmetic brand OSAJI.
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