Tokyo "All Aboard" Melodies

Length 03:30
Licensor Andy Raskin
Producer(s) Andy Raskin
Formats Commentary, Documentary, Soft Feature
Topics Asian, Music, Travel
Produced 2003
Added to PRX September 20, 2004
 

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Summary:

Melodies heard on Tokyo train platforms.

Website:

http://www.andyraskin.com

Tones:

Amusing, Sound Rich, Unconventional

Language:

English

Description:

Tokyo train platforms used to use a buzzer to tell people "all aboard." About ten years ago, Japan Railway began introducing more soothing synthesized melodies to do the job. Aired on NPR's All Things Considered 9/18/03.

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