SERIES

In celebration of Haruomi Hosono’s 55 years in music, this series looks back at his landmark album, HOSONO HOUSE, and explores HOSONO HOUSE COVERS, where 13 diverse musicians reimagine his timeless work. With a look at the rich musical backdrop of HOSONO HOUSE, its lasting cultural relevance, and insights from four contributing writers, the series also features the radio meeting between Hosono and Sam Gendel on Daisy Holiday!, giving a unique glimpse into their first encounter.

In spring 2025, maya ongaku embarks on their second overseas tour, this time to the notoriously challenging United States. In this candid and engaging account, Sonoda Tsutomu delves into the realities of touring as an indie band, shedding light on the struggles, the surprises, and the financial side of the journey

Shuhei Kato's series Stronger Than Pride explores a different side of himself, beyond the pride, passion, and determination he has always expressed. In this series, Kato focuses on uncovering the version of himself seen through the eyes of others, whether they are reflecting on him or the things he holds dear. As SADE equated pride with love, what will Kato discover about himself through this lens?

Remember that exhilarating feeling of a high school field trip to an art museum? Many of us might find ourselves curious about galleries but struggle to find the motivation to visit. But stepping into an art space can spark moments of self-reflection or lead to delightful new discoveries. You don’t need an art history degree to enjoy the experience!

Get ready for "Art Week Tokyo (AWT)" from November 7 (Thursday) to November 10 (Sunday), where 53 museums and galleries will open their doors to everyone. To make it even more accessible and fun, they're bringing back the nostalgia of field trips with the "AWT BUS"—a free shuttle service running every 15 minutes! With six convenient routes to choose from, planning your art adventure is a breeze.

In this series, our guests will share five art spots they can't wait to explore. They’ll pick one to visit in person and recount their encounters with art, along with their own unique ways to enjoy it. Let’s dive into the vibrant world of art together!

Jazz cafes, listening bars, cafes with a good selection of background music, and record stores where you can eat and drink - in the past few years, these places where people come to listen to music, rather than to party or enjoy conversation, have attracted a great deal of attention as the new normal for the Corona disaster. These places have received a great deal of attention as being suited to the new normal of the Corona disaster. And even now, with the return of normality, its presence is still growing.

Music critic Mitsutaka Nagira, who has been presenting new trends and contexts of jazz through his "Jazz The New Chapter" series, visits a number of such places, where he encounters unknown music and hears familiar music in a completely new way.

American Graffiti, Quadrophenia, Pulp Fiction, Trainspotting, Licorice Pizza, and numerous MCU films. Pop music has colored many classic films, and as an integral part of these films, it can sometimes be said to have "made" them. Not only films with music as a direct subject, but also films "made" by pop music range from human dramas, coming-of-age films, suspense, action, science fiction, and sometimes horror films.

Yuji Shibasaki, music director and critic, introduces pop music in notable films of the time, and explains how the music works and devotes itself to the film.

Manga artist Izumi Ocaya invites authors and manga artists she knows well to her home, where she serves them food and drinks with them. What kind of stories will emerge from these two well-informed people?　We will deliver it with the same temperature as before. Please look forward to the recipe of the day's menu as well!