ZUN

ZUN, the pseudonym of Jun'ya Ota, is a renowned Japanese composer and game designer best known for his work on the "Touhou Project," a series of bullet hell shooters created by his indie game development company, Team Shanghai Alice. Starting in the late 1990s, ZUN gained acclaim for his unique blend of traditional Japanese music and modern electronic sounds, significantly influencing the landscape of video game music. His compositions have a distinctive style, characterized by catchy melodies and complex arrangements, often drawing on folklore themes. ZUN also contributed music to the 1997 game "Nocturnal Illusion," an early work that showcased his burgeoning talent. Today, ZUN's music remains a cornerstone of the Touhou fandom, inspiring countless arrangements and adaptations across various media.