Joe Hisaishi – Spirited Away (Original Soundtrack) (Japan Import Vinyl LP)

UPC: 4988008088014
Condition: Brand-new, factory-sealed

🎵 The Music Inside

The soundtrack to Spirited Away (2001), composed by Joe Hisaishi, is one of the most beloved scores in modern cinema. Known for its delicate piano melodies, sweeping orchestration, and emotional depth, the music perfectly captures the dreamlike world created by director Hayao Miyazaki.

From the haunting opening theme “One Summer’s Day” to the gentle nostalgia of “The Sixth Station,” this score blends classical composition with cinematic storytelling. It’s both immersive and deeply moving — a must for film score collectors and fans of Studio Ghibli.

📜 Tracklist (Highlights)

(Track titles may vary slightly depending on pressing)

• One Summer’s Day
• The Name of Life
• Reprise
• The Sixth Station
• Reprise (Ending Theme)
• The Bathhouse
• No-Face
• Day of the River

🔍 Sample Notes

Unlike funk or hip-hop records, this soundtrack is not sample-driven, but it offers:

• Rich orchestral passages ideal for cinematic sampling
• Minimalist piano sections perfect for lo-fi or ambient production
• Emotional phrasing that lends itself to soundtrack-style beatmaking

This album is ripe for sampling in film-inspired, orchestral hip-hop, or ambient genres.

📦 Product Overview

• Format: 1×LP
• Pressing: Japan Import (Studio Ghibli / Tokuma Japan)
• Vinyl: High-quality Japanese pressing (known for quiet surfaces)
• Sound Quality: Clean, dynamic, audiophile-grade mastering
• Packaging: Japanese sleeve (may include OBI strip depending on copy)
• Condition: Factory-sealed
• UPC: 4988008088014
• Genre: Soundtrack, Film Score, Orchestral

🧠 Why This Album Belongs in Your Collection

This is more than a soundtrack — it’s a modern classic of film music. Joe Hisaishi’s work on Spirited Away stands alongside the greatest cinematic scores ever recorded.

For collectors, the Japanese pressing adds authenticity and superior sound quality, making it a standout piece for both listening and display.