What is the best Onmyo-Za album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Kongō Kyūbi" (2009). It's the most representative of what makes Onmyo-Za worth hearing.

How many albums does Onmyo-Za have?

Onmyo-Za has 24 releases in their discography, including 8 albums.

Onmyo-Za

Q: Who is Onmyo-Za for?

If you're into heavy metal, Onmyo-Za is worth your time. Their music pulses with relentless rhythms and layered textures that build tension before erupting into cathartic releases.

Their music pulses with relentless rhythms and layered textures that build tension before erupting into cathartic releases.

heavy metal

Japan Est. 1999

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The album

Kongō Kyūbi (2009)

Showcases the band's heavy metal sound with dynamic rhythms and layered textures, providing a cohesive introduction to their style.

The song

“Seiten no Mikazuki”

Features an engaging hook that exemplifies their energetic style and serves as a strong standalone introduction for new listeners.

About Onmyo-Za

Onmyo-Za stands as a cultural touchstone within the heavy metal landscape, captivating audiences with their unique blend of traditional Japanese themes and the raw energy of rock.

This fusion not only carves out a distinct sonic identity but also elevates folklore and mythology to a platform where they resonate with contemporary issues, creating a bridge between the past and present that invites deeper engagement from listeners. Their approach to music is characterized by an elaborate interplay of musicality and theatricality, often employing intricate arrangements that reflect both the intensity of metal and the subtleties of Japanese aesthetics. By merging heavy guitar riffs with traditional instruments and melodies, Onmyo-Za cultivates an immersive experience that challenges conventional genre boundaries while maintaining an authentic connection to their cultural roots. Lyrically, Onmyo-Za frequently delves into themes of fate, spirituality, and the supernatural, crafting narratives that weave together personal introspection with broader existential questions. Their storytelling combines sincerity with a dramatic flair, enveloping listeners in vivid imagery and emotional depth without sacrificing nuance or complexity.

8 studio albums· 24 total releases· 1 decade· Japan

Full discography

Onmyo-Za's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

24 releases • 8 albums • 2000–2018

Discography may be incomplete (8 of ~17 albums indexed) • 10 missing albums detected

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Onmyo-Za

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Full discography

Studio albums ()

Hadō Myōō

Karyobinga

Fūjin Kaikō

Raijin Sōsei

Kishibojin

Kongō Kyūbi

Chimi Mōryō

Maō Taiten

Singles ()

Seiten no Mikazuki

Konpeki no Soujin

Aoki Dokugan

Sōkoku/Dōkoku

Kureha

Kokui no Tennyo

Kōga Ninpocho

Kumikyoku "Yoshitsune" - Raise Kaikō

Kumikyoku "Yoshitsune" - Muma Enjō

Kumikyoku "Yoshitsune" - Akki Hogan

Nemuri

Mezame

Hōyoku-Tenshō

Yōka Ninpocho

Tsuki ni Murakumo Hana ni Kaze

Ōka no Kotowari

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