From audiophile jazz labels, to definitive record stores and jazz kissaten-the outstanding jazz bars that provide a cozy place for jazz fans to congregate and share their love for jazz-Japan has traditionally been one of the most jazz-friendly countries in the world. Here is the second part of a special edition that pays tribute to some of Japan's own eclectic talents.

Happy listening!

The playlist features Fumio Yasuda, Theo Bleckmann, Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, Soil & Pimp Sessions, Yuka Honda [pictured], Dairo Miyamoto, Jun Miyake, Aki Takase, Misako Kano, United Future Organization, Towa Tei and Ryuichi Sakamoto.

Detailed playlist at https://spinitron.com/RFB/pl/11641315/Mondo-Jazz (from Fumio Yasuda & Theo Bleckmann onwards).

Photo: Nathan West.