Yuka Kitamura at Game Access Conference '26

Yuka Kitamura

Founder / Composer
Concordia Sound

Yuka Kitamura is a Japanese composer and sound designer known for her work on major game titles such as Dark Souls III, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, and Elden Ring. After 12 years at FromSoftware, she became an independent composer and now works globally across games, animation, and media. Her music blends emotional depth with strong narrative intent, creating immersive sound worlds that resonate deeply with players and audiences.

SOME OF THE GAMES Yuka WORKED ON

Elden Ring

SEKIRO: Shadows Die Twice

Bloodborne

Dark Souls III

Talks & sessions

Crafting Emotion and Worldbuilding in Japanese Game Music: Creative Process & Composer Workflow

This session explores how music is created for Japanese games, focusing on the emotional depth and worldbuilding that define the player experience. Drawing from my work on titles ranging from large-scale action RPGs to anime-influenced projects, I will share practical insights into the Japanese production workflow, communication with directors, and developing musical themes that resonate with both narrative and gameplay. I will also discuss my creative process—from early conceptual sketches to final recordings—and how composers can shape a game’s identity through sound.