{"title":"Yoshiko Sai","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoshiko Sai is a Japanese singer and songwriter born on June 22nd, 1953. She began her career in 1975 and took a break in 1979, but has been active again since 2001. Collaborating extensively with guitarist Jojo Hiroshige, Yoshiko Sai has also authored a poetry book and created numerous artworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a rich musical background spanning decades, Yoshiko Sai's unique voice and songwriting talent have captivated audiences worldwide. Her collaborations with Jojo Hiroshige have resulted in mesmerizing compositions that blend various genres effortlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to her musical pursuits, Yoshiko Sai is also an accomplished poet and visual artist. Her poetry book showcases her introspective writing style while her artwork reflects her creative vision.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mangekyou-2","title":"Mangekyou","description":"\u003cp\u003eWewantsounds is delighted to announce the release of one of Japan's most coveted albums of the 70s, \u003ci\u003eMangekyou\u003c\/i\u003e by singer-songwriter Yoshiko Sai. Produced in 1975 by Master musician Yuji Ohno, the album features Yoshiko Sai's superbly crafted songs and crystal clear voice over Ohno's lush, funky sound and breezy arrangements. A strong buzz has been growing around the album over the years and original copies now change hands for large sums of money. This is the first time \u003ci\u003eMangekyou\u003c\/i\u003e is available outside of Japan, featuring remastered audio, original artwork and a 4 page insert including new liner notes by Paul Bowler.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wewantsounds","offers":[{"title":"Black LP","offer_id":50421788508491,"sku":"2223127","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"CD","offer_id":50421786247499,"sku":"2223114","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_e3c81381_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1726760499"},{"product_id":"special-limited-analogue-box","title":"Special Limited Analogue Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e5 LPs released this time: \u003ci\u003eTaklimakan, Manka Kagami, Stowaway, Fetal Dream, Butterfly Living Room\u003c\/i\u003e plus a 7inch record Side A: \u003ci\u003eThe Smallest Village in Japan\u003c\/i\u003e (supervised \/ collaborated by Seiichi Yamamoto) Side B: \u003ci\u003eDark Journey\u003c\/i\u003e (Full version of the song inserted in the Nikkatsu movie \"Shoujo Jigoku\" (1977) from the CD attached only to the book \"Blue Glass Ball\". The back is Cosmos Factory) Also includes a booklet (B5 size 24-30P planned) which is a compilation of treasured photographs, poems and illustrations, and \"Yoshiko Sai Story\" by JOJO Hiroshige. White jacket with autograph (with autograph numbering) with 7inch and booklet thrown in.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"P-Vine","offers":[{"title":"1121988-GB","offer_id":50478981316939,"sku":"R1738-2857","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"special-limited-analogue-box-1","title":"Special Limited Analogue Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e5 LPs released this time: \u003ci\u003eTaklimakan, Manka Kagami, Stowaway, Fetal Dream, Butterfly Living Room\u003c\/i\u003e plus a 7inch record Side A: \u003ci\u003eThe Smallest Village in Japan\u003c\/i\u003e (supervised \/ collaborated by Seiichi Yamamoto) Side B: \u003ci\u003eDark Journey\u003c\/i\u003e (Full version of the song inserted in the Nikkatsu movie \"Shoujo Jigoku\" (1977) from the CD attached only to the book \"Blue Glass Ball\". 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This is the first time \u003cem\u003eMikkou\u003c\/em\u003e is widely available outside of Japan, with remastered audio, original artwork and a 4 page insert including new liner notes by Hashim Kotaro Bharoocha who interviewed Yoshiko Sai for this special occasion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wewantsounds","offers":[{"title":"LP - Black","offer_id":56125522477387,"sku":"R6257-4559","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":56125522510155,"sku":"R6257-5586","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/cover.ki_694ac244-c026-456e-bc82-39ce1c551507.jpg?v=1765881056"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_2e58b09e_thumbnail_4096_acb6bc8f-1669-4d5f-ab59-3f307c7c2b9f.jpg?v=1726760468","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/collections\/yoshiko-sai.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}