Loose Ends, Part 1

I'm finally back! I've been trying to think of more blogs to post before I head to Japan, but I'm still drawing a blank. So instead of having themed entries, I'm just going to post a series of more random thoughts. Today, I'm going to test out using videos on my blog. Here it is:

One of my favorite Japanese bands, Asian Kung Fu Generation (Ajikan or AKFG for short) is pretty easy on the ears. The music is relaxing, lyrics seem to be good from what I can understand, and their sound is distinct but inviting. The band has been together for quite a while, but they still keep pumping out a lot of good music.

AKFG is pretty popular, and at least three of their most upbeat songs have been featured as openings for popular anime series. I tend to prefer their more relaxed songs, but I can see why people like their upbeat music.

Here's Yui, another one of my favorite Japanese musicians. Her songs are clean, simple and cute. And this one's actually a video, not just a picture, so it might be a little more interesting!

In all honesty I'm not normally a big fan of Japanese music. A lot of the popular music is too R&B sounding for me, so it took some searching and luck for me to find both AKFG and Yui. I hope to find some more music I like while I'm there, and if I find something good I'll be sure to post it!