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Sony Japan Suzuki Quartet +1, Isao: Blue City LP
Originally released in 1974, this is Isao Suzuki's second album, following his acclaimed debut, "Brow Up," which introduced him to the jazz world. The album features exquisite interplay with Kazumi Wataabe, showcasing a unique musical synergy that makes i
Suzuki Quartet +1, Isao: Blue City LP
C$64.99
Studio Mule Various: Midnight In Tokyo Vol. 3 LP
Midnight In Tokyo is a compilation series that aims to be the perfect companion to nights in Tokyo, collecting tracks by Japanese artists that sound best at night. Vol. 2 (STUDIOMUL 006CD/LP, 2018) focused more on '80s jazz fusion, but the latest installm
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Various: Midnight In Tokyo Vol. 3 LP
C$54.99
WeWantSound Various: Tokyo Bliss: Japanese Funk, Boogie & City Pop 1974-88 LP
Following the success of the 'Tokyo Glow' and 'Funk Tide' sets, Wewantsounds once again teams up with Tokyo-based DJ Notoya for a breezy selection of Funk and Boogie recorded in Japan for King Records in the 70s and 80s. Most tracks here are making?their
Various: Tokyo Bliss: Japanese Funk, Boogie & City Pop 1974-88 LP
C$49.99
Victor Hara, Nobuo and Sharps & Flats: Little Giant LP
Sharps and Flats, led by Nobuo Hara, has been a driving force in Japan's big band jazz scene with its diverse activities and distinctive musicality. Among the many works produced throughout their long career, 'Little Giant' stands out as one of their most
Hara, Nobuo and Sharps & Flats: Little Giant LP
C$79.99
Victor Imada, Masaru Trio +2: Maki LP
Masaru Imada's debut album, "Maki," is where it all began. Known as one of Japan's most influential pianists, Imada's career has spanned seven decades, from hard bop to fusion, with over 30 albums under his belt. "Maki" captures the essence of his powerfu
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Imada, Masaru Trio +2: Maki LP
C$79.99
Victor Sawada, Shungo Quintet: Formation LP
Shungo Sawada, a true pioneer of Japan’s modern jazz scene, delivers something special with his album "Formation." Despite being a legendary guitarist since the 1940s, Sawada has surprisingly few albums under his own name, making this one a standout. "For
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Sawada, Shungo Quintet: Formation LP
C$79.99
Sony Japan Suzuki, Isao Quartet + 2: Orang-Utan LP
Sony Japan is pleased to present Isao Suzuki's fourth album off the Three Blind Mice label, "Orangutan". The 1975 free jazz album features acclaimed saxophonist Mori Kenji and guitarist Kazumi Watanabe, and remains undiminished by the years.
Suzuki, Isao Quartet + 2: Orang-Utan LP
C$69.99
Yamanaka, Toru & Teiji Furuhashi / Dumb Type: Plan for Sleep LP
DUMB TYPE is a multimedia performance art group based in Kyoto that was formed in 1984 and continues to be active at the forefront of the art scene. We are excited to announce the simultaneous release of two cassette book works produced by musician Toru Y
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Yamanaka, Toru & Teiji Furuhashi / Dumb Type: Plan for Sleep LP
C$44.99
Yamanaka, Toru & Teiji Furuhashi / Dumb Type: Every Dog Has His Day LP
DUMB TYPE is a multimedia performance art group based in Kyoto that was formed in 1984 and continues to be active at the forefront of the art scene. We are excited to announce the simultaneous release of two cassette book works produced by musician Toru Y
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Yamanaka, Toru & Teiji Furuhashi / Dumb Type: Every Dog Has His Day LP
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Studio Mule Various: Midnight In Tokyo Vol. 1 LP
Mule Musiq announce their new label, Studio Mule. Midnight In Tokyo Vol. 1 is a compilation of Japanese disco, boogie, and soul music. The compilation starts off with the Afro disco classic "Mi Mi Africa" by harmonica player Nobuo Yagi. "Silver Spot" is a
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Various: Midnight In Tokyo Vol. 1 LP
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Studio Mule Various: Midnight In Tokyo Vol. 2 LP
Midnight In Tokyo Vol. 2, the second installment to the compilation series that rounds up hidden gems by Japanese artists that's perfect for listening at night in Tokyo, is here. This time the collection brings together some tasty electric jazz fusion fro
Various: Midnight In Tokyo Vol. 2 LP
C$49.99
Time Capsule Kobayashi, Izumi "Mimi": Choice Cuts 1978-1983 LP
Irrepressible, off-the-wall and utterly unique - the late ‘70s/early ‘80s Latin jazz-funk and leftfield electronic boogie of Japanese composer and pianist Izumi ‘Mimi’ Kobayashi collected for the first time.


A luminous soul with an indefatigable love
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Kobayashi, Izumi "Mimi": Choice Cuts 1978-1983 LP
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Sony Japan Carriere, Linda: s/t LP
Linda Carriere's fantastic debut album produced by Haruomi Hosono in 1977. All lyrics were written by James Ragan. Composed by Haruomi Hosono (4 songs), Tatsuro Yamashita (2 songs), Minako Yoshida (2 songs), Akiko Yano (1 song), and Hiroshi Sato (1 song).
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Carriere, Linda: s/t LP
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Nippon Columbia Inomata, Takeshi / Sound Limited: Sounds Of Sound L.T.D. LP
The drums of fire scorch the age. With his young and talented Sound Limited, Takeshi Inomata heralds the arrival of the golden age of jazz rock in high spirits. Drummer Takeshi Inomata, who led the Japanese jazz scene with his precise stick work and music
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Inomata, Takeshi / Sound Limited: Sounds Of Sound L.T.D. LP
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180g Various: Wamono A to Z presents: “Blow Up” Trio - Japanese Rare Groove from the Trio Records vaults 1973-1981 LP
After many years working as a buyer for several record stores, DJ Chintam opened his own Blow Up shop in 2018 in Tokyo’s Shibuya district. A member of the Dayjam Crew and a specialist of soul, funk, rare groove and disco music, Chintam is also an expert o
Various: Wamono A to Z presents: “Blow Up” Trio - Japanese Rare Groove from the Trio Records vaults 1973-1981 LP
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Le Tres Jazz Club Hara, Nobuo & Hozan Yamamoto: New Jazz In Japan LP
Gatefold packaging. Nobuo "Hara," whose real name is Nobuo Tsukahara, is a Japanese saxophonist who became known in 1951 with his big band, the Sharp & Flats. Together they recorded more than a hundred album during their career. Hozan Yamamoto is, for his
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Hara, Nobuo & Hozan Yamamoto: New Jazz In Japan LP
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Nippon Columbia Various: Sensational Jazz '70 Vol. 1/2 LP
The agony of hard bop, the rise of jazz-rock, and the emergence of free jazz. The definitive live recording that captures the chaos and climax of jazz in Japan. Japan's jazz scene around 1970 is very interesting. The agony of hard bop, the rise of jazz-ro
Various: Sensational Jazz '70 Vol. 1/2 LP
C$84.99
Great Tracks Takahashi, Yukihiro: WHAT, ME WORRY? LP
WHAT, ME WORRY? is Yukihiro’s fourth solo album originally released in 1982 on the YEN Label launched with Haruomi Hosono and Alfa Records. In addition to Japanese musicians Haruomi Hosono, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Kenji Omura and Hiroshi Sato, additional album
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Takahashi, Yukihiro: WHAT, ME WORRY? LP
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Great Tracks Takahashi, Yukihiro: Neuromantic LP
Neuromantic is Takahashi’s first solo release for ALFA and his third solo album overall. In addition to Japanese musicians Haruomi Hosono, Ryuichi Sakamoto, and Kenji Omura, the album also features Phil Manzanera, Andy Mackay (Roxy Music), and Tony Mansfi
Takahashi, Yukihiro: Neuromantic LP
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Great Tracks Takahashi, Yukihiro: Tomorrow's Just Another Day LP
Originally recorded in 1983, Tomorrow’s Just Another Day is Yukihiro’s fifth solo album and second release for the YEN label. The album features Bill Nelson and Pierre Barouh. All songs were recorded in Japan and half of the tracks were sung in Japanese.
Takahashi, Yukihiro: Tomorrow's Just Another Day LP
C$64.99
Great Tracks Casiopea: Mint Jams LP
This album was selected as the best album by “ADLIB” and “JAZZLIFE” magazines in 1982. It is a masterpiece that remains in the history of Japanese fusion. Cutting by Bernie Grundman.
Casiopea: Mint Jams LP
C$69.99
Black Editions Kawashima, Makoto: Zoe LP
With each release and performance over the last ten years, saxophonist Makoto Kawashima has continued to stake his claim as one of today's most captivating improvisers. Zoe is Kawashima's first ever studio album and his second with Black Editions. Recorde
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Kawashima, Makoto: Zoe LP
C$39.99
P-Vine Itabashi, Fumio: Watarase LP
"Watarase" is one of jazz pianist Fumio Itabashi's most famous compositions from the 1980s. This compilation is a collection of previously unreleased versions of the song and takes that were released only as independent recordings and were not widely know
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Itabashi, Fumio: Watarase LP
C$59.99
RCA Yamashita, Tatsuro: Ride on Time LP
Ride on Time is the fifth studio album by Japanese singer-songwriter Tatsuro Yamashita, released by AIR/RVC in 1980. This record includes everything from up-tempo songs to ballads, making it an absolute masterpiece beloved by many.
Yamashita, Tatsuro: Ride on Time LP
C$74.99