This sparse and atmospheric track blends the stylings and instrumentation of traditional Japan with orchestral underscore to create a quiet and pensive mood with building tension. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Dramatic
The Geisha and The Samurai is one piece with traditional Japanese instruments. It was composed for a dance performance. It starts softly with flute and turns at the end to more rhythmic with big drums. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Dramatic
Beautiful traditional Koto evokes Japan of old. You can see the Cherry Blossoms in bloom. This music would work well to enhance a Japanese landscape, restaurant scene, documentaries, travel shows. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Spirit is an epic Japanese Waltz fusion which makes it a unique piece. It is composed in Hirajoshi modified scale with 3 different states: calm, movement, and explosion. Perfect for Asian audiovisual projects, films, activities, documentary, etc, where traditional, art & emotional impact are needed. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Dramatic
(JUNE 2014) Olivier Olsen’s elegant, dreamy “Red Sun,” our Editor’s Choice Award for June, opens with delicate Wind Chimes, Carillon Bells and a romantic melody. Pleasure and desire beckon you to an exotic, lush, and serene world… "Red Sun," exclusively at our site, will enchant your audience.Rich romantic drama with a hint of Asian sensibility. Gentle & exotic themes, extremely tender & delicate. East & West romance, reunions, falling in love. Epic film score, emotional sentimental melodrama. Poignant melody, piano, strings, percussion, harp, soprano voice, Duduk, Ethnic instruments, Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
Solemn and haunting bushido/samurai inspired soundtrack. Electric guitar played by Ebow weaves through mysterious, fog-like meditational soundscape created by Shakuhachi and Koto. Best suitable for Japanese culture related documentary and drama. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Edgy
A mysterious and modern orchestral track with piano, an emotional cello and lush electronic sounds. The beautiful melancholic melody gives you a feeling of emptiness and alone on the world. Very suitable for drama, nature and spiritual programs, films. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
Morning sunrise & awakening of nature. Piano Birds Chimes Percussion. Yoga & Meditation, Spa Therapy. Healing relaxing peaceful & serene to the max. New romance, springtime affair, love & desire, new discoveries, believing in yourself, starting over, new day. Uplifting warm leisurely & mysterious, Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
Clouds in the Night. Beautiful dramatic composition with elements of Japanese traditional music. Driven by folk instruments koto and shamisen. With tender orchestral strings. Would be good in movies, TV shows, games and documentaries, not only about Japan. Short version. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
Dreamy visions in a misty Buddhist temple. Features koto, strings, and gong in a slow, meditative, trance-like tempo. Perfect for quiet scenes, moments of relaxation, and Japanese period films similar to "The Last Samurai" and "Dream" by Kurosawa. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
Dreamy vision in a rainy day in Japan. Piano solo in a slow, meditative, trans-like tempo. Sensitive airy piece suitable for quiet scenes, moments of relaxation, and Japanese films similar to "The Last Samurai","Nobody Knows" and "Dream." Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
Background Music Collection with genuine Asian traditional melodic style. This song is with typical Japanese melodic arrangement but in new age style. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
A beautifully delicate yet rhythmically driving Japanese instrumental. This piece utilizes all indigenous instruments (koto, shakuhachi, and percussion ensemble among them) to achieve an authentic and impressive sound. This is a serene and peaceful piece, ideal for travelogues and documentaries. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
Dreamy visions in a misty Buddhist temple. Features shakuhachi and koto in a slow, meditative, trance-like tempo. Perfect for quiet scenes, moments of relaxation, and Japanese period films similar to "The Last Samurai" and "Dream" by Kurosawa. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
Dreamy visions in a misty Buddhist temple. Features shakuhachi and authentic temple bell in a slow, meditative, trance-like tempo. Perfect for quiet spiritual scenes, moments of relaxation, and Japanese period films similar to "The Last Samurai", "Memories of Geisha" and "Seven Samurai" by Kurosawa. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
Dreamy visions in a misty Buddhist temple. Features shakuhachi, koto, and gong in a slow, meditative, trance-like tempo. Perfect for quiet scenes, moments of relaxation, and Japanese period films similar to "The Last Samurai" and "Dream" by Kurosawa. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Ethereal
Light and beautiful Asian piece with strings, flute, bell and water. Lovely floating melodies gently and harmoniously dance together. Perfect instrumental background for Asian film or TV creating a relaxing, uplifting and peaceful mood. Romantic, joyful and magical. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Chinese Traditional Music. This intimate and espirtual melody, take us to the environments of the ancient Eastern cultures. This music is played on the koto, a traditional instrument Chinese and Japanese. These sounds are perfect to illustrate scenes for films, TV series, commercials ... Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Last Battle March. Dramatic ethnic composition in Japanese Traditional music style. Passionate sound picture of honor, loyalty and daring. March of the samurais from old Japan. Version for windy bamboo flute shakuhachi and 13-stringed koto. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Kojo no Tsuki (translated as “The Moon over the Ruined Castle”). A famous Japanese song, composed in the Meiji Period. Although it was written by composer Rentaro Taki in 1901 song quickly become one of the most popular piece of Japanese Traditional music. Version for koto and taiko drums. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Broken Umbrella & The Wind. Dramatic instrumental composition in Japanese traditional music style. Melancholic duo of bamboo flute hotchiku and three-stringed instrument shamisen. Colorful sound picture of old Japan. Version without taiko drums. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Mountain Sight. Meditative instrumental composition with elements of Japanese traditional music. Melancholic suite with Asian soul. Played by small ensemble of taiko drums and bamboo flute. Music of infinite peace, modesty simplicity and joy of life. Main full version. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
A modern interpretation of a traditional Japanese instrumental piece. The koto and flute hold the melody with the Thai Gongs adding color. Synthesizer adds the deep resonance. Film, television, world lounge, ethnic restaurant or hotel, radio, documentary, new age, Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Relaxing lullaby manifested by dreamy visions. Features shakuhachi flute with soft guitar accompaniment. Great for tranquil moments and scenes of blissful jubilation. Delicate, romantic, gentle and serene. Epic and tender romance, Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Arrangement of the Japanese folk song "Sakura" featuring shakuhachi, koto, taiko drums, and assorted percussion in a slow, meditative, trance-like tempo. Perfect for quiet scenes, moments of relaxation, and Japanese period films similar to "The Last Samurai" and "Dream" by Kurosawa. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Lost. Dramatic meditative instrumental composition in Japanese traditional music style. Soulful melancholic song of bamboo flute with Asian soul. Gentle, quiet, soft. Sorrowful minimalistic sound picture. Main version for bamboo flute, koto & taiko sticks. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Chrysanthemum Creek. Slow meditative composition with elements of Japanese traditional music. Music of large plains, silent woods and windless mountains. Sound picture with the heart of rising sun. Played by small ensemble of taiko drums and bamboo flute. Main full version. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
This is a mellow, inspiring solo shakuhachi piece that transceds international waters. In the beginning, it creats a mellow almost melancholic ambiance and leads to a hopeful end. Perfect for geisha type images, spas, hot tub moods, relaxing yoga and anywhere authentic japanese music is needed. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
An instrumental that uses a combination of Japanese percussion l with a "simple" melody that could be used for travel-based TV shows like Bizarre Foods, Booze Traveler, and Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown. Uses the Koto. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
An authentic serene pensive reflective Japanese flute Instrumental set in the mountains of Okinawa. A nice tranquil emotional tune. Good sounds from the flutes. Think visuals of cherry blossoms or a sad, scene about the death of a legendary samurai warrior. One melodic idea perfect for a scene. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
A reflective, slow meditative and slightly haunting Japanese traditional piece. Calming, purifying and soothing acoustic atmosphere as the shakuhachi and the plucked strings interact. Can be used for Yoga, restaurants, historical programs, TV series, reality shows, and movies. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Shokuzai which can be translated as atonement is a slow meditative piece which captures a sense of space and timeliness. The piece is puctuated by bells calling to meditate on regret and the atonement of ones conduct. Great edit points make this ideal for any situation requiring a taste of Japan. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk