What makes Mimi Kajiru by Maximum the Hormone notable?

'Mimi Kajiru' is significant for its raw energy and innovative fusion of genres, which resonated particularly within the Japanese music scene. The album helped to propel Maximum the Hormone into the spotlight, garnering critical acclaim and a devoted fanbase that would lead to greater commercial success in subsequent years. Released on October 23, 2002, 'Mimi Kajiru' marked Maximum the Hormone's second studio album, following their debut 'A.S.A. Crew'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their unique sound that combined heavy metal influences with punk sensibilities, setting the stage for their later mainstream success in Japan.