Miscellaneous

Tatsuro Yamashita – Greatest Hits! Of (Vinyl LP) Discover the definitive collection from Japanese city pop pioneer Tatsuro Yamashita with Greatest Hits! Of, a celebrated compilation originally released in 1982 and now available as a premium vinyl LP. Spanning his influential AIR/RVC era, this...

Hikaru Utada – First Love (2×LP Vinyl) One of the most iconic J-Pop albums of all time, Hikaru Utada’s First Love is now available on high-quality 2×LP vinyl. Originally released in 1999 and recently pressed for the first time in analog format, this edition...

Junk Fujiyama – Horizon (Vinyl LP) Experience the vibrant world of contemporary city pop with Junk Fujiyama’s “Horizon,” a must-own vinyl LP blending classic 80s-style grooves with modern emotional pop sophistication. Pressed on high-quality vinyl and imported from Japan, this edition captures the rich...

Hotel Costes Vol. 2: La Suite (Vinyl LP) Cozy up your space with the smooth, eclectic lounge vibes of Hotel Costes Vol. 2: La Suite, a classic compilation mixed by French DJ and producer Stéphane Pompougnac. Part of the iconic Hotel Costes series, this...

Jiro Inagaki & His Soul Media – Head Rock (Vinyl LP) A landmark in Japanese jazz-rock, Head Rock captures saxophonist Jiro Inagaki and His Soul Media at full throttle, blending gritty groove, rock momentum, and sharp jazz improvisation into a set that never lets...

Storied Japanese producer, DJ, and composer Jun Seba aka Nujabes launched Hydeout Productions in 1998. First Collection (2003) distills his jazz-hip-hop blueprint into a deep, atmospheric set, pairing soulful instrumentals with guest verses from international collaborators. From early, raw passion to more emotional, metaphorical works,...

Momoko Kikuchi’s Ocean Side (1984) is a luminous gem of Japanese City Pop — breezy funk, gentle synths, and beachside rhythms that shimmer with optimism. Composed and arranged by J-Pop legend Tetsuji Hayashi, the album perfectly captures the warmth and effortless cool of Japan’s...

The Hôtel Costes series continues to compile darkly attractive lounge music with an ear toward percussive drum’n’bass. Many of Stéphane Pompougnac’s picks orbit the refined Thievery Corporation aesthetic, serrated breakbeats slipping into intelligible jazz and emphasis-free house. Early highlights include The Method’s “I’ve Got a...

Too Slow to Disco: Yacht Soul 2 – The Cover Versions (2-LP Vinyl) Ride the crest of the wave with this deep-cut compilation from the label Too Slow to Disco. “Yacht Soul 2 – The Cover Versions” brings together a lineup of soul and...

Anri’s Fun Time (1988) marks the dazzling late-era peak of her City Pop sound — blending slick AOR production, synth-driven grooves, and her unmistakable airy vocal style. Produced by Toshiki Kadomatsu, the album includes fan favorites “Groove A•Go•Go,” “Good Night,” and “Morning Highway.” This...

ANRI – TIMELY!! (Clear Blue Vinyl) A cornerstone of 1980s city pop, ANRI’s TIMELY!! pairs shimmering synths and seaside grooves with the sleek production of Toshiki Kadomatsu. Originally released on For Life Records in 1983, the album features the hit “Cat’s Eye (New Take)”...

Ado – Ado’s Best Adobum Vol. 2 (Limited 2LP, Universal Music Japan) The definitive second volume of Ado’s first greatest-hits set arrives on vinyl as a limited 2LP, marking the J-pop phenomenon’s 5th anniversary. Curated for high-impact sequencing and pressed on two LPs, Vol....

Ado – Ado’s Best Adobum Vol. 1 (Limited 2LP, Universal Music Japan) Ado’s first greatest-hits on vinyl arrives as a limited 2LP set, celebrating the viral Japanese vocalist’s 5th anniversary since her breakout single “Usseewa.” This Vol. 1 collection distills twenty essential tracks—including “New...

Curated by Tokyo selector DJ Notoya, Tokyo 1980s: Victor Edition is a deep dive into the golden age of Japanese boogie and modern soul. Compiling sought-after cuts from the Victor catalog, this set showcases Japan’s ’80s dance-floor scene—where city lights met funk basslines and...

Originally released in 2013, Junk Fujiyama’s Dreamin’ captures the warmth and polish of modern City Pop revival. Smooth vocals, shimmering guitars, and pristine production evoke the golden era of Tatsuro Yamashita and Toshiki Kadomatsu, updated with contemporary energy. This first-ever vinyl edition from Light...

Anri’s Coool (1984) captures the sophisticated AOR and tropical elegance that defined her mid-’80s output. Produced by Toshiki Kadomatsu, the album moves effortlessly between beachside funk, smooth ballads, and neon-lit pop perfection. Highlights include “Catch the Wind,” “Last Summer Whisper,” and “Driving My Love.”...

Tatsuro Yamashita’s Ride On Time (1980) defined the sound of modern City Pop, sparkling AOR, breezy funk, and timeless songwriting. Its title track became a nationwide hit, cementing Yamashita’s reputation as Japan’s premier pop craftsman. The album blends upbeat hooks and immaculate production across...

Tatsuro Yamashita’s Spacy (1977) is a cornerstone of Japanese pop, a sophisticated blend of AOR, funk, and breezy West Coast soul. Following his debut Circus Town, the album refines his melodic craftsmanship with lush arrangements and unmistakable production polish. Highlights include “Love Space,” “Solid Slider,”...

Experience the warm, dreamy dream-pop of Tokyo Tea Room with the No Rush LP on black vinyl. Pressed to just 330 copies, this edition is a collector’s gem for vinyl lovers and indie fans alike  Highlights Black 12″ vinyl – French/EU pressing, beautifully muted yet...

Discover the warm grooves of Kartell on the Riviera 12″ EP, now available in a stunning bottle green vinyl edition. This limited repress of just 500 copies is a must-have for collectors and fans of French electronic, chillwave, and nu-disco sounds. Edition Highlights Translucent...

Junko Ohashi’s Question (1984) stands among the pinnacle of refined 1980s City Pop, a lush, high-production statement blending jazz-funk and AOR sophistication. Backed by an elite session lineup including Makoto Matsushita and Hiroshi Sato, the album features “A Love Affair,” “I Love You So,”...

Isao Suzuki Trio / Quartet – Blow Up (Black Vinyl Edition) Experience the pinnacle of Japanese jazz fusion with Blow Up, the 1977 masterpiece by bassist Isao Suzuki. Originally released on the Three Blind Mice label, this album showcases Suzuki's innovative blend of hard...

Hitomi Tohyama – Next Door (Clear Green Vinyl Edition) Experience the vibrant sounds of 1980s Japanese city pop with Next Door, the fourth studio album by Hitomi Tohyama. Originally released in 1983, this album showcases Tohyama's dynamic vocals and the era's signature blend of...

Grey October Sound – TIMELESS Lo-Fi (Clear Blue Vinyl Edition) Immerse yourself in the soothing rhythms of lo-fi hip-hop with TIMELESS Lo-Fi, the latest release from the acclaimed Japanese production team, Grey October Sound. This limited edition is pressed on stunning clear blue vinyl,...

Embark on a Sonic Odyssey with French 79's 'Joshua' Immerse yourself in the electrifying world of 'Joshua', the 2019 album by French electronic producer French 79. This record masterfully blends synth-pop and electronic elements, drawing inspiration from the artist's teenage years and iconic sci-fi...