At age 4, began playing classical Piano and by reaching age 10, Hideo discovered new form of music, techno pop, which inspired his musical talent. At age 15, He began recording tracks he composed with synthesizer , sequencer , rhythm machine and performing live at local clubs. He then joined production of club music and released his first techno sounding record in 1995. Going forward, he focused on production of electronic beats and sounds which inspired Tokyo club scenes. In 1999, he visited San Francisco where he was introduced to West Coast House music as well as being exposed to .