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.