Nonstop to Tokyo EP cover

Nonstop to Tokyo EP

Pizzicato Five · 1999

25 min · 5 tracks · J-pop · contemporary R&B · house

A playful fusion of acid jazz and J-pop, blending catchy melodies with breezy electronic rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful vibes for social gatherings
  • steady flow for easy listening
  • catchy melodies for lighthearted moments
  • breezy beats during sunny days

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of intense emotional depth
  • prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Nonstop to Tokyo' was released in 1999, Pizzicato Five had already established themselves as pioneers of the Shibuya-kei movement, following their critically acclaimed album 'Happy End of the World'. This EP marked a continuation of their experimental sound, further solidifying their influence in Japanese pop and global indie scenes during the late 90s.
Stylistic neighbors
Cornelius· Fantastic Plastic Machine· Towa Tei

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Nonstop to Tokyo 6:50
  • 2 Room Service 4:28
  • 3 Bossa Nova 3003 4:39
  • 4 Mademoiselle 5:04
  • 5 Nonstop to Tokyo (radio edit) 4:24

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata