Hisaishi, Joe

Composer, Conductor, Pianist
Hisaishi began his career as a contemporary music composer and started to develop his unique style in minimal music when he graduated from conservatory in Japan.
Starting with Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984), Hisaishi has produced music for Hayao Miyazaki films, including My Neighbor Totoro (1988) and The Boy and the Heron (2023).

Joe Hisaishi has been recognised with three Guinness World Records™ for his performances at the Tokyo Dome in July 2025, and the Hollywood Bowl in the U.S. in July 2026, and Radio City Music Hall in August 2026.

The three Guinness World Records™ for which Joe Hisaishi has been confirmed as the recipient are as follows:
– Most tickets sold by a classical composer at the Tokyo Dome (single run)
– Highest-selling classical run in the Hollywood Bowl
– Longest residency by a classical composer at Radio City Music Hall (single run)

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  Wind Band Stories "My Neighbor Totoro"

  Hisaishi, Joe Kamei, Kotaro

  JPY 32,000

  

  

  
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  Reprise - from Spirited Away

  Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, Hiroki

  Grand and memorable soundtrack arrangement depicts a breathtaking flight.

  JPY 6,000

  

  
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  The Wind Rises

  Hisaishi, Joe Morita, Kazuhiro

  Beautiful, lyrical melodies vividly reflect the colorful romance of The Wind Ris...

  JPY 18,000

  

  
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  Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea
  - Fantasy for Band

  Hisaishi, Joe Goto, Yo

  Classical parodies and fun anime themes blend playfully in this joyful arrangeme...

  JPY 18,000

  

  

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  Give Remix - Saxophone Quartet

  Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, Hiroki

  A delightful Studio Ghibli medley filled with warmth, nostalgia, and playful cha...

  JPY 4,500

  

  

  
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  [DOWNLOAD] The Bygone Days (Euphonium and Tuba Quartet)

  Hisaishi, Joe Saijo, Taiki

  A piece featured in the Studio Ghibli film "Porco Rosso."

  JPY 2,700

  

  
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  [DOWNLOAD] Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea (Clarinet Quartet)

  Hisaishi, Joe Harada, Hiroyuki

  Theme song from the Studio Ghibli film "Ponyo."

  JPY 3,600

  

  
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  [DOWNLOAD] Princess Mononoke (Percussion Quartet)

  Hisaishi, Joe Ohtake, Takafumi

  The theme song from the Studio Ghibli film "Princess Mononoke."

  JPY 2,700

  

  

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  Kiki's Delivery Service Selections- Flexible Band 5-7 ...

  Hisaishi, Joe Sakai, Takamasa

  Delightful flexible arrangement of six classic pieces from Kiki's Delivery Servi...

  JPY 9,000

  

  

  
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  Howl's Moving Castle Selections- Flexible Band 5-7 Par...

  Hisaishi, Joe Haga, Takashi

  Customizable flexible arrangement of five beautiful songs from Howl's Moving Cas...

  JPY 9,000

  

  

  
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  Spirited Away Selections- Flexible Band 5-6 Parts & Op...

  Hisaishi, Joe Noro, Nozomu

  Enchanting flexible arrangement of four memorable pieces from Spirited Away.

  JPY 9,000

  

  

  
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  Princess Mononoke Selections- Flexible Band 5 Parts & ...

  Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, Hiroki

  Majestic flexible arrangement of five iconic pieces from Princess Mononoke.

  JPY 9,000

  

  

  

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  [DOWNLOAD] Cave of Mind, Merry-Go-Round of Life from Howl's ...

  Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, Hiroki

  JPY 3,500

  

  
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  [DOWNLOAD] Cave of Mind, Merry-Go-Round of Life from Howl's ...

  Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, Hiroki

  JPY 3,500

  

  
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  [DOWNLOAD] Cave of Mind, Merry-Go-Round of Life from Howl's ...

  Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, Hiroki

  JPY 3,500

  

  
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  [DOWNLOAD] Cave of Mind, Merry-Go-Round of Life from Howl's ...

  Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, Hiroki

  JPY 3,500