12kokuki (The Twelve Kingdoms): Junigenmukumikyoku 1 Customer Reviews

One of the best soundtracks ever, just listening to it makes me feel as if I'm re-watching the anime.

It was inevitable that I purchase this soundtrack. I can remember when I watched the first episode of the anime, I didn't make it through the opening song before I said: "Wow, I've got to get this!" So I'm here to tell you, this is a wonderful CD to have even if you haven't seen the show. It has a nice blend of isntrumental tracks that would appeal to just about anyone.

You don't have to be a fan of Twelve Kingdoms to love this soundtrack, but it helps. The music is mostly beautiful melodies involving traditional instruments, with the occasional change-up thrown in; there's one piece (of battle music) with a unique almost-hard rock sound. The full slow version of the ending theme is also a nice touch. Overall, it's a gorgeous album that I can't help but recommend to any fan of lovely instrumentals.