Where Japan’s 1980s Live Again.

A digital archive of Japan’s 1980s music, culture, and technology.

↓ Explore the Archive

In 2026, forgotten master tapes resurfaced — recordings from a label that vanished decades ago.

Timeline

A chronological record of Japan’s 1980s music history.

Artists & Genres

Profiles of real artists and the genres that defined the decade.

Gear & Technology

The instruments and machines that shaped the sound of the era.

FICTIONAL LABEL

Azabu Records

A fictional label, reimagined through AI. Founded in 1979, the master tapes were rediscovered in 2025 and digitally remastered in 2026.