There is something about "Sakura" that sets it apart from other ambient albums; the arrangements are not typical or repetitive, the progression from soft, swelling chords into electronic beats is natural yet alien, and there is a quality of serenity and mindfulness that feels distinctly Japanese. Susumu Yokota produced an enormous body of work that ranges from traditional Japanese music to neo-classical to deep house, and "Sakura" is varied enough to serve as a great introduction to his vision.
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