Oborozukiyo（The Hazy Moon Night）

 

Arranged for a piano solo.

The level is for Advanced users.

This arrangement is a bold arrangement intended to be played in concert.

[About “Oborozukiyo“]

“Oborozukiyo“ (Oboro Moonlit Night) is a traditional Japanese song and one of the most beloved songs in Japan. It was composed by Teiichi Okano in 1901, with lyrics by Tatsuyuki Takano. The song captures the beauty of a spring night, with the hazy, faintly glowing moon, often visible through clouds and fog, creating a dreamlike atmosphere.

The lyrics describe the idyllic Japanese countryside in spring, with fields of cherry blossoms and raven flowers illuminated by the gentle, hazy light of the moon. The song evokes serenity, nostalgia, and a connection to nature, reflecting the traditional Japanese aesthetic of mono no aware. “Oborozukiyo“ is a beloved traditional Japanese song that deeply resonates with people's appreciation of the simple beauty of nature.