Album Review: ためらいの明日 by 藤田弓子 – A Nostalgic Gem from 1976
Alright, let’s talk about ためらいの明日 (translated as "Tomorrow of Hesitation"), an album that feels like stepping into a vintage Japanese movie theater with your favorite soda in hand. Released way back in ‘76 under the Canyon label, this little slice of Stage & Screen magic is dripping with Soundtrack and Theme vibes. It's not trying too hard to impress—it just does.
First off, gotta give props to 藤田弓子 (Fujita Yumiko). She’s got this knack for crafting melodies that stick to you like gum on a hot summer day. The album opens strong with 追想曲 (Chasing Memories), which hits you right in the nostalgia bone. This track? Pure cinematic gold. Imagine walking through misty streets at dawn while someone narrates your life story dramatically. That violin line? Chef’s kiss. You can almost picture black-and-white film reels rolling in slow motion. Honestly, it’s one of those tracks where you’re like, “Wow, I don’t even know what they’re saying, but my soul understands.”
Then there’s the titular track, ためらいの明日, which sneaks up on you when you least expect it. It starts all mellow, lulling you into a false sense of chill before BAM—emotions hit harder than your ex texting outta nowhere. The melody has this hesitant push-and-pull vibe, kinda like deciding whether or not to take an umbrella outside. Is it gonna rain? Should I go back? WHAT DOES LIFE WANT FROM ME?! But hey, isn’t that what makes it so relatable?
What I love most about this record is how unapologetically Japanese it feels. No overproduced nonsense here; just pure artistry served straight-up saké style. These tunes weren’t made for playlists—they were born for scenes where characters stare wistfully into sunsets or run toward trains they’ll never catch. And honestly? We need more music like that today.
So yeah, if you’re looking for something different—something that doesn’t scream “stream me!” but instead whispers “feel me”—check out ためらいの明日. Just don’t blame me if you suddenly develop a craving for old-school samurai flicks or find yourself staring dramatically out windows afterward.
Oh, and fun fact: Listening to this album might make you realize how much modern soundtracks lack… y’know, actual feels. Weird, huh?
