Conversation so far:
What happen in 2010?
Throughout the latter part of the 2000s, Sakamoto collaborated on several projects with visual artist Shiro Takatani.
Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
On July 10, Sakamoto released a statement indicating that he had been diagnosed with oropharyngeal cancer in late June of the same year.
What happen with his illness?
year.
He announced a break from his work while he sought treatment and recovery.
What happen in the present day?
In January 2017 it was announced that Sakamoto would release a solo album in April 2017 through Milan Records.
what was the name of the album?
the new album, titled async, was released on March 29, 2017 to critical acclaim.
How did it do?
released on March 29, 2017 to critical acclaim.

Question: What else was he known for?
Self-contained rewrite: What else was Ryuichi Sakamoto known for, besides async?