DJ Okawari is an independent Japanese DJ, record producer and composer born and based in Shizuoka, Japan. His style mixes instrumental hip hop, nu jazz, chillhop and japanese jazz. Piano is an instrumental theme in his music. In his career, he has released four studio albums: Diorama in 2008, Mirror in 2009, Kaleidoscope in 2011, and Compass in 2017.

Biography

DJ Okawari is known for his unique approach to music, blending piano jazz and hip-hop influences to create a mellow yet soothing vibe. His song Luv Letter of the album Mirror was used in one of figure skater Daisuke Takahashi's routines at the 2010 World Figure Skating Championships. His music is also frequently played on YouTube; the videos have garnered views well above a million. The art for DJ Okawari's album covers were created by Japanese graphic artist Marumiyan.

Discography

Diorama (2008)

No. Title Length 1. "Evening Comes"   4:17 2. "Chocolate" (featuring Agehah) 4:22 3. "Bluebird Story" (featuring Jumelles) 3:19 4. "Ring"   3:20 5. "Colors of Life"   3:27 6. "Synchronize"   3:42 7. "One for U"   4:01 8. "Aurora" (featuring Eri Kamiya) 5:05 9. "Coffee Break"   1:46 10. "Crescent Moon"   4:13 11. "Tayuatu"   3:54 12. "Silent Night"   3:53 13. "Animal Forest"   3:40 14. "Times Fusion"   5:27 Total length: 54:26