Collection: Shibuya-Kei
Shibuya-Kei is a genre of Japanese music that emerged in the 1990s, blending elements of pop, jazz, bossa nova, and electronic music with a distinctly cosmopolitan flair. Named after the trendy Shibuya district in Tokyo, this eclectic style is characterized by its sophisticated, retro-inspired sound and often incorporates influences from French ye-ye pop and 1960s American lounge music. Within the Shibuya-Kei umbrella, subgenres like Yuri explore themes of female relationships and romance, often with a dreamy, ethereal quality, while Denpa-Kei pushes the boundaries of conventional pop with its quirky, often nonsensical lyrics and catchy, electronic-driven melodies. These subgenres contribute to Shibuya-Kei's reputation as a diverse and experimental genre that continues to evolve and captivate listeners with its unique blend of nostalgia and innovation.
