Casiopea is a pioneering Japanese jazz fusion band formed in 1976 by guitarist Issei Noro, bassist Tetsuo Sakurai, keyboardist Minoru Mukaiya, and drummer Takashi Sasaki. Renowned for their virtuosic musicianship and high-energy performances, Casiopea became one of Japan’s most influential fusion groups, blending jazz, funk, rock, and pop with precision and flair. Their innovative sound and technical mastery have inspired generations of musicians, while albums like *Casiopea* and *Make Up City* remain benchmarks in the genre’s evolution.