Taro Nohara - Poly-time Soundscapes / Forest Of The Shrine (2022) (full Album) Apr 2026

: As the title suggests, this side is more evocative of a physical space—specifically the sacred, quiet atmosphere of a Japanese Shinto shrine. It emphasizes spatial depth, soft pads, and a sense of stillness, moving closer to pure ambient or "kankyō ongaku" (environmental music). Critical Reception and Themes

: Being released on WRWTFWW placed it alongside reissues of Japanese ambient legends like Hiroshi Yoshimura and Midori Takada, signaling Nohara's place in the modern lineage of Japanese minimalist music. Summary of Musical Elements Description Instruments : As the title suggests, this side is

: The album is often praised for its ability to sound both futuristic and ancient. It explores the relationship between human-made technology (synthesizers) and the natural world. Summary of Musical Elements Description Instruments : The

Released in 2022 on the Swiss label (We Release Whatever The Fuck We Want), this double-sided project is a significant solo outing for Japanese artist Taro Nohara , also known as Yakenohara. It is a contemplative blend of ambient, fourth world, and environmental electronics. Overview and Artistic Context It is a contemplative blend of ambient, fourth

: Atmospheric immersion and environmental storytelling.

Analog and digital synthesizers, drum machines, field recordings. Slow to mid-tempo; non-linear "poly-time" structures. Atmosphere Pastoral, spiritual, humid, and tranquil.