'Kiso', 'Asama', 'Hakuba' and 'Hida'. He recalls the landscapes of his past and carefully weaves his feelings and emotions into the music. This work is one of the pinnacles that Akira Miyazawa has reached. This work was released in 1970 as one of Victor's 'Japanese Jazz' series. 'We are Japanese, so I think we have to create something that only Japanese people can do. ' These are the words of Akira Miyazawa from this period. When Miyazawa tried to create a work that only Japanese people could do, it was inevitable that he would choose his own origins, the hometown where he was born and raised, as a motif. For Miyazawa, who was born in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture and loved fishing, 'Kiso', 'Asama', 'Hakuba' and 'Hida' are truly landscapes of his past. Takeo Moriyama's raging drums, Yasuo Arakawa's rich bass, Masahiko Sato's overflowing piano, and Miyazawa's saxophone, which is like a mass of emotion. Nostalgia and admiration for the land where he was born and raised, as well as admiration and reverence for Mother Nature. Miyazawa looks to his roots and weaves his thoughts and images into his music with sincerity and care. This album, 'Kiso' is the pinnacle that Miyazawa has reached. Text by Yusuke Ogawa (UNIVERSOUNDS / DEEP JAZZ REALITY)
Release date:
February 21, 2025
Label:
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.

Recommended equipment and accessories
-
Vinyl Care - Top Picks
A selection of accesories to keep your turntable equipment & vinyl records in the best shape
-
Turntables - Top Picks
A selection of reliable record players you can buy today, for every budget
-
Nagaoka MP-110H Cartridge
Features a high-quality elliptical stylus that provides excellent tracking and minimizes distortion, delivering a detailed sound reproduction with an output voltage of 5.0 mV
-
Edifier R1280DB Powered Speakers
Combining classic design with modern Bluetooth connectivity, built-in amplification and versatile inputs, these speakers deliver rich, balanced sound.
-
Cartridges - Top Picks
A selection of turnatble cartridges that provide great performance and sound quality
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
Lebanon Hanover Asylum Lullabies
Fabrika Records
September 26, 2025 -
Sam Ryder Heartland
Artist Theory
October 17, 2025 -
Rochelle Jordan Through The Wall [2xLP]
Rochelle Jordan
October 10, 2025 -
Dusted Angel This Side Of The Dirt
Heavy Psych Sounds
September 26, 2025 -
Skinhead It's a Beautiful Day, What a Beautiful Day
Closed Casket Activities
September 26, 2025 -
Robert Plant Saving Grace
Nonesuch
September 26, 2025 -
Dying Wish Flesh Stays Together
Sharptone
September 26, 2025 -
Sabaton Legends
Better Noise Music
October 17, 2025 -
Giggs Let Em Ave It [2xLP]
Xl Recordings
September 26, 2025 -
Sanguisugabogg Hideous Aftermath
Century Media
October 10, 2025 -
Author & Punisher Nocturnal Birding
Relapse
October 3, 2025 -
The Hidden Cameras Bronto
Universal UK
September 19, 2025 -
Robbie Williams Britpop
Columbia Europe
October 17, 2025 -
Chrissie Hynde Duets Special
Rhino / Parlophone
October 17, 2025