Released on September 26, 2012, by Warner Music Japan, "OPUS" is unique because the tracklist was personally selected by Yamashita himself. Spanning three CDs, the album is chronologically and thematically divided into three distinct parts, each representing a key era of his musical evolution:
Yamashita's music has been cited as an inspiration by numerous artists, including notable Japanese musicians such as Ryuichi Sakamoto and Haruomi Hosono. His legacy extends beyond Japan, with his music gaining popularity worldwide, particularly among fans of city pop and J-pop. Released on September 26, 2012, by Warner Music
This disc covers his beginnings with the band and his rise as a solo artist influenced by American funk, soul, and soft rock. This disc covers his beginnings with the band
When searching for "updated" versions of this collection, fans are often looking for the , which was handled by Yamashita himself. While there haven't been "new" versions of OPUS released since 2012, the community often shares "updated" rips that utilize modern high-end equipment (like specialized rippers or vinyl-to-digital transfers) to ensure the cleanest possible sound. Yamashita's attention to detail extends to the physical
Yamashita's attention to detail extends to the physical release, which was made available in multiple configurations. The standard edition is the 3CD set detailed above. However, the true collector's item is the , which includes a bonus disc of rare and previously unreleased material. This coveted fourth disc often contains:
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A beautiful ballad that highlights his doo-wop influences.