Japanese Breakfast is the musical project of Michelle Zauner, based in Philadelphia, United States. Known for its indie rock, indie pop, and alternative pop sounds, Japanese Breakfast has become a significant name in the indie music scene.
Michelle Zauner began releasing music under the moniker in 2013, initially self-releasing two lo-fi albums. The project gained significant recognition with the release of the album "Psychopomp" in 2016, followed by the critically acclaimed "Soft Sounds from Another Planet" in 2017. In 2021, the album "Jubilee" further cemented their reputation, earning a Grammy nomination and critical praise.
Japanese Breakfast is known for singles such as "Be Sweet," "Road Head," and "Boyish." In addition to music, Zauner authored a memoir "Crying in H Mart," which was a New York Times Bestseller and expanded her recognition beyond music alone.