Pizzicato Five
さ・え・ら ジャポン
Track Listing
1. 1 Janvier 1:14 2. Nonstop to Tokyo 4:28 3. Kimigayo 0:31 4. Sakura Sakura 3:53 5. Person of Today 3:26 6. Kimono 5:30 7. Fashion People 4:04 8. In America 5:25 9. Gatta Call'em All! 4:41 10. Grand Bazar 0:19 11. 24 Decembre 6:10 12. Sukiyaki Song 3:33 13. A Tokyo 5:53 14. Ca et la 4:58 15. Le Grand Tokyo 3:45 16. Aiueo 3:40Historical Archive
さ・え・ら ジャポン is an influential album that exemplifies Pizzicato Five's signature blend of pop, jazz, and electronic music. Released in the early 1990s, the album is characterized by its quirky melodies, sophisticated arrangements, and a playful approach to genre blending. It helped to establish the city pop sound that would later gain international recognition, particularly in the context of the Shibuya-kei movement. The album's legacy continues to resonate, influencing a new generation of artists and music lovers worldwide.