Chihei Hatakeyama, born in 1978 in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, is a Tokyo-based electronic musician renowned for his evocative ambient soundscapes. Transitioning from rock-oriented bands in his youth to solo electronic compositions, he debuted with "Minima Moralia" in 2006 on Kranky. Hatakeyama's music intricately blends processed guitars, pianos, and vibraphones, creating immersive auditory experiences. In 2010, he founded the label White Paddy Mountain, fostering ambient and experimental music. His extensive discography, including collaborations with artists like Tomoyoshi Date in the duo Opitope, has solidified his status as a pivotal figure in contemporary ambient music. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chihei_Hatakeyama?utm_source=openai))