【The Orchard Japan】Popular TikTok pianist FRIQTAO releases music video for “Woke up in Japan,” the lead track from his EP that depicts the tranquility of Japan.
The Orchard Japan Press release: October 20, 2025 Popular TikTok pianist FRIQTAO has released a music video for “Woke Up in Japan,” the lead track from his EP that depicts the tranquility of Japan. A cinematic world exploring the tranquility of Japan, filmed during a visit there.
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“Lifestream,” released on October 10th. friqtao – Woke up in Japan https://img.youtube.com/vi/xLnn8ZR10nI/sddefault.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLnn8ZR10nI The music video for “Woke Up in Japan” was directed by Jesse Koch and Matt Magnus and shot in urban and natural landscapes across Japan. The interplay of bustling cityscapes and tranquil green spaces visually expresses the song’s introspective worldview. Inspired by Studio Ghibli films, this video was created with motifs of friqtao’s childhood memories and “imaginary Japan,” depicting a “morning fantasy” in which dreams and reality blend together. The interplay of neon-lit nightscapes and tranquil natural landscapes reflects the duality of urban hustle and bustle and inner tranquility. friqtao comment ““Woke up in “Japan” is a work that depicts “discovery in silence” for me. The Japanese landscape is full of musical inspiration, and I wanted to express that atmosphere through sound and imagery.” friqtao, a pianist active on the world stage Born in Paris and living in the UK, friqtao is an artist who fuses classical piano with a modern sensibility. He has previously posted videos of pop and hip-hop piano covers filmed at station pianos around the world on social media, garnering attention for his intimate and immersive performances. The enthusiastic online response has led to him gaining 3.8 million followers on TikTok, and he is introducing the new appeal of classical instruments to the next generation. About debut EP “Lifestream” “Lifestream” is the work in which friqtao truly launches his own musical world. Composed and performed by himself, all five tracks combine classical piano with ambient soundscapes and narrative structures. It depicts a “meditative sonic tale” themed around memory, imagination, and a journey of self-discovery. Friqtao “Run away”
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0wzl0P06xA “Infused with elements of hip-hop, he weaves new narratives of classical music in a modern context” by Notion “In a world filled with endless noise and distractions, Fliktao offers moments of silence” by Fault “Run Away” unfolds as a meditative reverie, a slow-flowering intertwining of restraint and resonance.” by SonOfMarketing About FRIQTAO THIS IS Friqtao (Mini Documentary)
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFEbkhmXxV4 Paris-born, UK-based pianist Frictao is known for transforming street pianos in train stations into stages for his improvisations. He’s captivated 3.8 million TikTok followers and gained popularity with his videos of pop and hip-hop piano performances. His trademark beanie and headphones have become synonymous with him, and now, in 2025, a new chapter begins. He has released his long-awaited debut EP, “Lifestream,” and begun his full-fledged live career. Raised in Paris and London, he draws influences from a wide range of genres, from his childhood listening to Michael Jackson to his later discoveries of Avicii and XXXTentacion, blending his sound in a personal and innovative way. A rebellious spirit, Frictao overcame his guitar teacher’s strong opposition and carefully examined what he could learn at music school, cultivating a love for the piano. While studying abroad in Paris, he discovered a piano in a train station and began covering songs by artists like Harry Styles, Kanye West, and Mac Miller. His videos garnered attention, and his 2022 cover of Harry Styles’ “As It Was” became a huge hit, trending daily on TikTok and deepening his connections with his fans. Making the piano more accessible and vibrant from a modern perspective became his goal and passion. His long-awaited debut EP is a stark, minimalist yet powerful collection of piano-driven tracks that reflects his life, experiences, and influences from “positive-focused” musicians like Flawed Mangoes. ■Release information Friqtao EP “Lifestream” now available
Distribution link: https://orcd.co/lifestreamep Label: Avant Garden
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Japan”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLnn8ZR10nI “Run away” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0wzl0P06xA ■Follow Friqtao: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@friqtao Instagram
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