A compilation album celebrating 7 years of documenting today's Japanese jazz - from the label Days of Delight

Days of Delight, a new platform dedicated to Japanese jazz (founded and produced by Akiomi Hirano), will release the compilation album Spirit of "Days of Delight" vol. 5 (DOD-057) on October 23, 2025.

This release commemorates the 7th anniversary of the independent label Days of Delight, which has specialized in Japanese jazz since it's establishment. It marks the label's 59th release, featuring performances that represent the highest standard of Japanese jazz - from living legends who thrived in the "golden 1970s" to rising stars in their 20s.

Comment from Akiomi Hirano, Founder & Producer of Days of Delight:

"Seven full years have now passed since the launch of the label, and this marks the fifth compilation drawn from our catalog. As with our previous compilations, I hope that by listening to this album as a whole, you will not only sense the spirit of Days of Delight but also fully experience the strength and allure of Japanese jazz at this very moment. "

LISTEN: https://www. Youtube. com/watch?v=Deyxd7LF1lM

Tracklist:

1. Crouching Start

2. Tides of Blue

3. Footprints

4. Taste of Tears

5. PNJ

6. Rapport_ partXII

7. Fauvisme_ partVIII