Miyazawa Akira, a master of Japanese jazz who has left behind important works that evoke Japan's original landscapes, such as "Yamame," "Iwana," and "Kiso," has created a unique work based on
The personnel credits for "Soul Leon" are unknown, but given the tight sound image, strong groove, and the timing of its release in 1969, there is a theory that it may have been recorded the
"Abashiri Bangaichi" features a rustic flute supporting the theme, evoking a taste of Ethiopian funk. "Ryuten" is a Latin jazz-rock track with striking congas and vibraphone. "Zatoichi Lullaby" creates a superb groove from the intro drum break, intertwined with smooth, lustrous saxophone. All of these tracks are Japanese groove sound spectacles made up of a mysterious combination, emanating a unique presence.
