ASA-CHANG, a pioneering Japanese percussionist and composer, first gained prominence as the founding leader of the Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra before embarking on a solo career defined by bold experimentation. Blending traditional Indian rhythms, avant-garde sound design, and minimalist pop sensibilities, his work — often in collaboration with JUNRAY — challenges genre boundaries and emotional expectations. Known for compositions like “Hana” and his innovative use of tabla and electronic textures, ASA-CHANG continues to shape contemporary Japanese music through his inventive sonic storytelling and cross-cultural artistry.