Celebrate the legacy of Ryuichi Sakamoto with Opus, a definitive 2-CD collection curated by the composer himself. Spanning decades of groundbreaking work, this anthology brings together iconic film scores, Yellow Magic Orchestra classics, and deeply personal compositions that reflect Sakamoto’s singular musical voice. Featured tracks include Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence, Andata, and Aqua, alongside never-before-recorded pieces such as for Jóhann (a tribute to Jóhann Jóhannsson), BB (dedicated to Bernardo Bertolucci), and 20180219 (featuring prepared piano).

Presented in a deluxe six-panel digipak constructed from premium black stock with black foil stamping and silver text, the CD edition is wrapped in a custom eight-panel sleeve showcasing evocative black-and-white imagery of Sakamoto during the Opus performance. A collector’s booklet offers liner notes and credits, providing deeper insight into the music and the artist’s final reflections. Opus is more than a retrospective; it’s a lasting tribute to one of the most influential composers of our time.

Tracklist:

Lack of Love
BB
Andata
Solitude
for JÃ³hann
Aubade 2020
Ichimei - small happiness
Mizu no Naka no Bagatelle
Bibo no Aozora
Aqua
Tong Poo
Wuthering Heights
20220302 - sarabande
Sheltering Sky
20180219 (w/ Prepared Piano]
Last Emperor
Trioon
Happy End
Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence
Opus [ending]

UPC: 198028351126
Label: Masterworks
Release Date: 3.27.26
Format: CD

Ryuichi Sakamoto - Opus (Digipak with Booklet)