Japanese guitar virtuoso Masayoshi Takanaka delivers fusion masterpiece based on Ul de Rico's illustrated book. The 1981 album showcases Takanaka's remarkable technical ability and compositional imagination, blending jazz fusion with progressive rock and pop elements. His guitar work is simultaneously virtuosic and melodic, navigating complex passages while maintaining accessibility. The production is characteristically lush, featuring full arrangements with keyboards, bass, and drums supporting Takanaka's guitar heroics. The conceptual framework based on the children's book allows for diverse musical explorations. Essential Japanese fusion demonstrating the country's musicians' mastery of Western forms while creating distinctive sound. A beloved cult classic among fusion enthusiasts worldwide.