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“バター” is a Tokyo-set mystery driven by correspondence, secrecy, and simmering menace—so this playlist leans into noir-jazz tension, intimate acoustic textures, and cautious momentum. Instrumentals mirror the case files and prison hush, while the vocal tracks follow the letter-writing spark between Manako Kajii and journalist Rika Machida, moving from suspicion to revelation.
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21 songs
1
Wannsee
Die Toten Hosen · Laune der Natur Spezialedition mit Learning English Lesson 2
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Ghost Story
Juliette Irons · Ghost Story
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Quiet City
Saxson · Quiet City
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Transformation
The Cinematic Orchestra · The Crimson Wing: Mystery of the Flamingos (Original Soundtrack)
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The Drift
Khainz · The Drift
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Love Theme from "St. Elmo's Fire" - Instrumental
David Foster · Instrumental Pop
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Glory Box - Live
Portishead · Roseland NYC Live
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A walk in the woods
Wilber Green · A walk in the woods
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Rain - Version for Piano Trio
Ryuichi Sakamoto · 1996
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Eloi
Klaus Badelt · The Time Machine (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
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Paper Lanterns
August Green · Paper Lanterns
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Somewhere Only We Know
Keane · Nature Vibes
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Blackbird - Piano Version
The Beatles on Piano · The Beatles on Piano
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14
Vienna
Billy Joel · Ultimate Summer Songs Mix: Beach Party, Pool & Barbecue Hits
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Sweet Nothing
Twinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star · Lullaby Versions of Calvin Harris
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Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
Elton John · Believe in Music
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Here Comes the Sun
The Beatles Complete On Ukulele · Here Comes The Sun
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Pumped Up Kicks - Radio Edit
Foster The People · Football World Cup Anthems Stadium Hits
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The Reason
Hoobastank · De ese rock de los 00's
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Chasing Cars
Snow Patrol · Class Of '05
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