Yasuo Sugibayashi is a Japanese musician and composer. He is known for his unique blend of traditional Japanese music with various contemporary genres, including jazz, pop, and rock. His musical style often features the use of traditional Japanese instruments such as the shakuhachi flute and shamisen, combined with modern instruments like the synthesizer and electric guitar. Sugibayashi has released numerous albums throughout his career, and has collaborated with many other musicians in both Japan and abroad. He is considered to be one of the most innovative and influential musicians in contemporary Japanese music.