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)
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)
Concert Band
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Wind Band Stories "My Neighbor Totoro"Hisaishi, Joe Kamei, KotaroJPY 32,000
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Reprise - from Spirited AwayHisaishi, Joe Takahashi, HirokiGrand and memorable soundtrack arrangement depicts a breathtaking flight.JPY 6,000 -
The Wind RisesHisaishi, Joe Morita, KazuhiroBeautiful, 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 BandHisaishi, Joe Goto, YoClassical parodies and fun anime themes blend playfully in this joyful arrangeme...JPY 18,000Ensemble-
Give Remix - Saxophone QuartetHisaishi, Joe Takahashi, HirokiA delightful Studio Ghibli medley filled with warmth, nostalgia, and playful cha...JPY 4,500 -
![(image for) [DOWNLOAD] The Bygone Days (Euphonium and Tuba Quartet)](images/items/WINDS/DL-WSEB-17-004.jpg "[DOWNLOAD] The Bygone Days (Euphonium and Tuba Quartet)")
[DOWNLOAD] The Bygone Days (Euphonium and Tuba Quartet)Hisaishi, Joe Saijo, TaikiA piece featured in the Studio Ghibli film "Porco Rosso."JPY 2,700 -
![(image for) [DOWNLOAD] Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea (Clarinet Quartet)](images/items/WINDS/DL-WSEW-09-009.jpg "[DOWNLOAD] Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea (Clarinet Quartet)")
[DOWNLOAD] Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea (Clarinet Quartet)Hisaishi, Joe Harada, HiroyukiTheme song from the Studio Ghibli film "Ponyo."JPY 3,600 -
![(image for) [DOWNLOAD] Princess Mononoke (Percussion Quartet)](images/items/WINDS/DL-WSEP-14-005.jpg "[DOWNLOAD] Princess Mononoke (Percussion Quartet)")
[DOWNLOAD] Princess Mononoke (Percussion Quartet)Hisaishi, Joe Ohtake, TakafumiThe theme song from the Studio Ghibli film "Princess Mononoke."JPY 2,700Flexible-
Kiki's Delivery Service Selections- Flexible Band 5-7 ...Hisaishi, Joe Sakai, TakamasaDelightful flexible arrangement of six classic pieces from Kiki's Delivery Servi...JPY 9,000 -
Howl's Moving Castle Selections- Flexible Band 5-7 Par...Hisaishi, Joe Haga, TakashiCustomizable 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, NozomuEnchanting 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, HirokiMajestic flexible arrangement of five iconic pieces from Princess Mononoke.JPY 9,000Solo
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![(image for) [DOWNLOAD] Cave of Mind, Merry-Go-Round of Life from Howl's Moving Castle for Tuba Solo and Piano](images/items/DownloadOnlyItems.jpg "[DOWNLOAD] Cave of Mind, Merry-Go-Round of Life from Howl's Moving Castle for Tuba Solo and Piano")
[DOWNLOAD] Cave of Mind, Merry-Go-Round of Life from Howl's ...Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, HirokiJPY 3,500 -
[DOWNLOAD] Cave of Mind, Merry-Go-Round of Life from Howl's ...Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, HirokiJPY 3,500
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[DOWNLOAD] Cave of Mind, Merry-Go-Round of Life from Howl's ...Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, HirokiJPY 3,500
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[DOWNLOAD] Cave of Mind, Merry-Go-Round of Life from Howl's ...Hisaishi, Joe Takahashi, HirokiJPY 3,500
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