KEISHI
URATA
The visionary behind Akira's iconic soundtrack and architect of Japan's electronic music revolution
Defining an
Era
Keishi Urata emerged from Tokyo's underground electronic scene to become one of Japan's most influential composers, forever changing the landscape of anime and electronic music.
His groundbreaking work on Akira in 1988 didn't just score a film—it created a new language for cyberpunk aesthetics, blending traditional orchestration with cutting-edge synthesis.
Across two decades, Urata composed for over 400 projects, each piece a testament to his ability to capture the essence of modern Japan's technological evolution through sound.
Essential
Compositions
AKIRA ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK
The legendary masterpiece that redefined anime music through complex orchestral and electronic fusion.
NEO-TOKYO CHRONICLES
Early exploration of cyberpunk themes through innovative synthesizer compositions and ambient textures.
SYNTHESIZED DREAMS
Atmospheric compositions showcasing mastery of electronic textures and melodic innovation.