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Piper's album "Summer Breeze" is a defining City Pop record that captures a nostalgic summer aesthetic with bright, pleasant tracks inspired by artists like Tatsuro Yamashita and Masayoshi Takanaka. Released in 1983, this album features a mix of relaxing beach vibes, catchy tunes, and excellent guitar work. Piper, led by Keisuke Yamamoto and Kazuhito Murata, created a unique sound blending synths, beach noises, and groovy rhythms. The album is known for its mellow yet energetic tracks like "Shine On," "Summer Breeze," and "Night Shore," making it a cult classic in the City Pop genre.

The album Seychelles is a musical gem crafted by the Japanese guitarist Masayoshi Takanaka. Released in 1976, it stands as a significant milestone in Takanaka's career, showcasing his fusion of jazz, funk, and pop elements with a tropical vibe.

Masayoshi Takanaka's self-titled album, commonly known as "Takanaka," is a pivotal work in the realm of Japanese jazz-fusion. Released in 1977, it marked a significant moment in Takanaka's career as a guitarist and composer. The album features intricate guitar work, rhythmic grooves, and melodic compositions that captivated audiences both in Japan and internationally.

Love Trip is the debut studio album by Takako Mamiya, a Japanese singer-songwriter known for her contribution to the city pop genre. Released in 1982, it gained significant popularity in Japan and among international fans of the genre. The album features a blend of smooth vocals, catchy melodies, and intricate arrangements, characteristic of the city pop sound.

Tomoko Aran's album "Last Good-bye" is a city pop classic released in 1986. Known for its blend of city pop, synthpop, and art pop genres, the album features tracks like "Rainbow Paradise" and "Ohkamigaitakuni." It has garnered a dedicated following and is praised for its nostalgic 80s vibe and musical quality. The album showcases Tomoko Aran's talent and creativity, making it a standout in the city pop genre.

The album "Butterfly" by Kimiko Kasai with Herbie Hancock is a notable jazz-funk studio album released in 1979, originally only in Japan. It features six tracks, including vocal versions of Herbie Hancock's compositions, with Kimiko Kasai on vocals and Herbie Hancock on keyboards and synthesizers. The album includes tracks like "I Thought It Was You," "Maiden Voyage," and the title track "Butterfly," arranged by Jacques Burvick.

"Catch the Nite" is the sixth studio album by Japanese entertainer Miho Nakayama, released on February 10, 1988, through King Records. The album features the hit single "Catch Me" and was produced by Toshiki Kadomatsu, who composed the majority of the songs on the album. Notably, "Catch the Nite" became Nakayama's second album to reach No. 1 on Oricon's albums chart, selling over 349,000 copies.

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Momoko Kikuchi // Retro 80s Fan Art Design

Iyo Matsumoto / Retro 80s Fan Design

Seiko Matsuda / Retro 80s Fan Art Design

Seiko Matsuda / Retro 80s Fan Art Design

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Adventure is an iconic album by Momoko Kikuchi, a pioneer of Japanese pop music. Released in 1986, it's a blend of synth-pop and new wave sounds, featuring Kikuchi's distinctive vocals and catchy melodies. It's a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its infectious charm and vibrant spirit.

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Momoko Kikuchi // Retro 80s Fan Art Design

Kyoko Koizumi // Retro 80s Fan Art Design

Tomoko Aran Bootleg ((亜蘭知子 = Tomoko Aran))

Sunshower by Taeko Onuki

AKINA NAKAMORI

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After 5 Clash - Toshiki Kadomatsu (角松 敏生)

AOZORA HYAKKEI - Moon Riders (ムーンライダーズ)

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City Pop is a genre of music popular in Japan in the late 70s and 80s blending pop, jazz, and funk to create a pristine-sounding style of music meant to reflect the booming economic and technological prosperity taking place in Japan in the time period.

Tatsuro Yamashita Bootleg ((山下 達郎 = Tatsuro Yamashita))

City Pop Cassette -celebrate the 80s with this style.

Tasogare - Mai Yamane (山根 麻以) Album Illustration

For You By Tatsuro Yamashita

Last Summer Whisper

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Love Trip - Takako Mamiya (間宮貴子)