hopeness (2026 Remastered)

In 2026, Telefunken M-15 analog tape was used for the final master, and extensive remastering resulted in an even more listenable and superior sound.

These works, created during the COVID-19 pandemic, are like prayers, offering solace to the anxiety and sadness of many who were suppressed from seeking social interaction and vibrant stimulation. Even now, after the pandemic has passed, this quiet yet profound sound world brightens and enriches the ordinary daily life spent alone. Whether you listen intently or casually in your daily life, the theme is hope that seeps in repeatedly, like water.

Mizoguchi handled all aspects of composition, arrangement, performance, mixing, and mastering, with guest musicians participating via remote recording.

Produced, all music composed, arranged & programed by: Hajime Mizoguchi
Recording, mixing & mastering: Hajime Mizoguchi
Studio : Grace Studio, Tokyo (Apr.2020-Mar.2021, Jul.2024-Jun.2025)
Cello: Hajime Mizoguchi
Piano: Keiji Matsumoto (M6), Hajime Mizoguchi (M3,M5,M8,M9)
E Piano: Keiji Matsumoto (M1,M2), Hajime Mizoguchi (M5,M7)
Synth solo : Hajime Mizoguchi (M8)
E Guitar: Masahiro Itami (M1,M2), Shunji Takenaka (M6)
Flugelhorn: Hikari Ichihara (M5,M9)
Trombone: Yoichi Murata (M2)
E Bass: Shingo Tanaka (M2)
W Bass: Satsuki Kusui (M6)
Design: Junko Hara (studio mimizuku)
Album cover photo: Sayaka Kato
SpecialThanks: Acoustic Revive, KORG, Mic Itaya, Hitoshi Yoshioka (Metropolis
London), Mame
Label: Grace Music Label