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Gota Nishidera (NONA REEVES) reinterprets classic songs and releases "Human" LP A richly human reinterpretation of classic pop and new music from the 80s and 90s. Eight tracks that resonate with the modern age are included on this vinyl record. 2026/02/20

Ambient compilation LP supervised by Beach Life magazine "SALT..." The album contains 10 tracks with the theme of the deep, quiet sea, including soothing music such as chill-out and Balearic. 2026/02/20

Fujiko Fujio (A)'s "Pro Golfer Saru" 7" reprint featuring Ichiro Mizuki's vocals. Includes two theme songs passionately sung by Ichiro Mizuki. A reissue of the famous song by Asei Kobayashi and Hiroshi Tsutsui with lyrics by Fujiko Fujio(A). 2026/02/18

Seven of Ryo Fukui's albums released simultaneously on high-quality vinyl! All seven album titles are pressed in Japan on high-quality 180g heavyweight pure vinyl. 2026/02/18

Awich's latest album, produced entirely by Wu-Tang Clan's RZA, will be released on vinyl! The two hit it off and visited each other's homes in Okinawa and Wu Mansion, deepening their musical and spiritual connection and leading to the creation of this album. 2026/02/06

A re-press of the hit song collection from the TV anime "Dragon Ball" on clear orange vinyl! Contains all 10 insert songs and theme songs from the TV anime "Dragon Ball" when it was first broadcast. Reissued in clear orange vinyl with the "One Star Ball" design! 2026/02/04

A rare reissue of "The Legendary Japanese Soul," featuring Sandra Alexandra singing Showa-era pop songs with elegance! American R&B singer and actress Sandra Alexandra soulfully sings Showa-era pop songs with her captivating husky voice! 2026/02/04

MASS OF THE FERMENTING DREGS 2 vinyl titles have been repressed The two critically acclaimed titles experiencing explosive global popularity, ‘NO NEW WORLD’ and ‘AWAKENING:SLEEPING’, are finally being repressed. 2026/02/03

Two classic Japanese albums by Hubert Eaves and Roy Ayers are being reissued! Two masterpieces will be released simultaneously: "The first album, filled with sharp funkiness and dripping mellowness" and "The legendary live album released only in Japan in 1972"! 2026/01/28

NONCHELEEE releases 7-inch of their signature song "Namazakana", which has been sung for 15 years! NONCHELEEE, an illustrator/musician based in Fukuoka, has released a 7-inch of his staple song "Namazakana" at his live shows! 2026/01/28

Dos Monos' "Dos Moons" series is released as a complete LP (Full Moon) This work is a reconstruction of the two previous works "Dos Moons" and "Dos Moons 2" into an album with the addition of new intros and outros. 2026/01/28

Pioneer girl band ZELDA's 1982 debut album is released on clear pink vinyl for the first time. Produced by Momoyo of LIZARD, who also provided some of the music, this album is strongly influenced by Tokyo Rockers, and is an undeniable masterpiece from the punk/new wave era. 2026/01/21

Hiroshi Sato's third album, released in 1979. This timeless masterpiece, featuring bold synth use, is now available on color LP. This timeless masterpiece was produced with the participation of musicians associated with the band, including Haruomi Hosono, Shigeru Suzuki, Jun Aoyama, Pecker, and Masaki Ueda. 2026/01/21

A passionate 7-inch single in which Gota Nishidera offers a richly human reinterpretation of ’80s and ’90s Japanese pop. A 7-inch cut from the cover album "Human" features Yu Aku and Eiichi Ohtaki's "Atsukikokoroni" and Takashi Matsumoto and Kyohei Tsutsumi's "Ringo no Mori no Konekotachi". 2026/01/21

matryoshka's "Laideronnette" is reissued in a deluxe edition! 2LP, heavyweight, gold-colored vinyl, luxurious special edition. 2026/01/21

A 7" vinyl record featuring the popular opening theme song of the TV anime "Kiteretsu Daihyakka" is now on sale. Side A features the fifth opening theme, "Suiminbusoku" (sung by CHICKS), and side B features the sixth opening theme, "Oryourikoushinkyoku" (sung by YUKA). 2026/01/14

Yuki Koyanagi's best album is now available on vinyl for the first time! Enjoy this vinyl record, packed with timeless hits such as "Anata no Kiss wo Kazoemashou" "Be Alive," and "Aijo"! 2026/01/14

HMV Limited Edition Jazz Masterpiece LP Series with Obi Strips, Vol. 3 Five of Diana Krall's classic albums have been reissued on LP with exclusive HMV obi strips. 2026/01/14

Kingo Hamada's "Midnight Cruisin'" is released as a 2LP/heavyweight vinyl/45 rpm format! The two songs on side D, "midnight cruisin'" and "Dear Song," were newly recorded specifically for this album and are remastered in 2025, making them the long-awaited first vinyl release! 2026/01/07

Makoto Matsushita's "First Light" is being reissued on orange vinyl! The contents are the same as the original vinyl version, but this one has been remastered for vinyl in 2025. The booklet is a three-page spread. 2026/01/07

Two of Sato Hiroshi's early masterpieces, "Supermarket" and "Time" will be released in color for the first time! The first album was recorded with local musicians at Elektra Studios in California, and the second album was produced with Japan's most impressive lineup of musicians. 2025/12/24

Akiko Kanazawa's much talked about folk reggae song is finally released on 7-inch vinyl! The official release of a 7-inch single edited by original arranger Soichi Terada has been announced. 2025/12/24

Two 7-inch titles featuring the opening and ending songs from the anime "Esper Mami" by Ushio Hashimoto are being reissued for the first time! The lyrics expressing the wavering feelings of a young girl and the light-hearted melody are impressive. It is a slightly mysterious and romantic classic 80s anime song. 2025/12/17

The long-awaited first re-release of the Ghanaian folk song "Che Che Kule (Kye Kye Kule)" a well-known misheard song(Soramimi)! With rhythmic percussion, a grooving bass, and a mysteriously resonant flute, this super funky popular song is hard to believe is a nursery rhyme for children! 2025/12/17

Two classic albums by Fumio Itabashi and Seiichi Nakamura are being reissued by PROJECT Re:VINYL! The masterpiece third album by the world-renowned pianist Fumio Itabashi and a masterpiece by Seiichi Nakamura inspired by the novel series "Wolf Guy" will be released simultaneously! 2025/12/17

w-inds.'s first and second singles are being released on vinyl for the first time as Double Cider! Celebrating their 25th anniversary since their debut, w-inds.'s first vinyl release is a double-sided 7-inch of "Forever Memories" and "Feel the Fate"! 2025/12/16

The long-awaited vinyl reissue of the OST for Yuji Ohno & Galaxy's "Captain Future"! Yuji Ohno, known for "Lupin the Third," creates a one-of-a-kind galactic groove by fusing "space x jazz x funk." 2025/12/10

To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the release of "Banzai" two of Ulfuls' classic albums are being released on vinyl for the first time! The long-awaited first release on analog with the latest remastered sound source at 96kHz/24bit, returning to the original analog master tape! 2025/12/10

Ai Ichikawa's double-sider 7-inch vinyl single release announced! Reconstructing the iconic New Jack Swing track ‘Sensitivity’! The coupling track is an original piece co-written by Ai Ichikawa and Yuki Kanesaka. 2025/12/03

A winter R&B song by R&B singer aimi is now available as a 7-inch single! This classic R&B song is perfect for winter, with soulful vocals expressing love for oneself and the still-blooming Japanese R&B scene, harmonizing with a retro, warm sound. 2025/12/03

MariMari's first album, "Mimi to me soshite echo" is finally being reissued on vinyl! This work, which is also known for being fully backed by members of Fishmans, is a unique piece that should be appreciated for generations to come. 2025/11/26

RYOZO BAND's new song "QUIET FOG / FUGITIVE" is now available on 7-inch! Having attracted attention with their previous album "Pleasure" and a remix by Lex (de Kalhex), they have now released a two-song single. 2025/11/26

Miki Nakatani's best album ‘MIKI’ is finally reissued on vinyl in a special color edition! A compilation of songs from the mid-90s to early 2000s produced by Ryuichi Sakamoto for actress Miki Nakatani. 2025/11/26

Ruriko Ogami's ‘Typhoon Lady’ Released on Color Vinyl! This reissue includes the previously unreleased track “ONE LAST LOVE”, originally featured as the B-side of a single. 2025/11/26

EXHUME EXHUME PRODUCTION's latest work is Kyozo Nishioka's 7-inch! "GYPSY SONG" and "NEVER LAND" from the fourth album "Nanbei Ryoko" released in 1979 are now available on 7-inch for the first time in limited quantities! 2025/11/26

The long-awaited soundtrack album for the anime "Mr. Ajikko" is being reissued on LP record! A variety album containing two theme songs, "Renaissance Jounetsu" and "Kokoro no Photograph" as well as image songs and trailers. 2025/11/12

Natsu Summer's new single "Anata ni Muchuu" will be released as a 7-inch! Produced by Kunimondo Takiguchi, an original composition and arrangement by Kunimondo Takiguchi, who commands immense trust as the mastermind behind the city pop boom. 2025/11/07

A new 7-inch from lo-fi surf producer Shimon Hoshino is now available! A single featuring “edbl” (Edo Black), one of the most talked-about artists in South London right now. 2025/11/07

DJ Mitsu the Beats' new song featuring STUTS is now available on 7-inch! DJ Mitsu the Beats' beats and STUTS' sophisticated layered performance create a delicate and soothing sound that intertwines beautiful yet fleeting reverberations. 2025/11/07

DJ/sound producer "Sam is Ohm"'s new song is now available on 7-inch! A 7-inch record of the new song "STARLIGHT" featuring guest appearances by Rachel from chelmico and singer-songwriter YonYon! 2025/11/07

Two rare works by Kyoko Koizumi (KOIZUMIX PRODUCTION) are set to be released on vinyl for the first time! Two works from KOIZUMIX PRODUCTION, a collaborative project that Kyoko Koizumi performed under a different name in the 1990s, are being released on vinyl for the first time. 2025/10/22

To commemorate the vinyl re-release of Kazuyoshi Nakamura's overwhelming masterpiece "Kinjitou" original merchandise will be on sale! The lineup includes three items: T-shirts in four sizes, a tote bag, and an acrylic key chain, all printed with the impressive cover image of "Kinjitou"! 2025/10/10

SWALLOW, winner of the CD Shop Award Tohoku Block Award, releases their first record! Two songs from the first EP "Northern Blood," "Highway Radio" and "1620kHz," are released on vinyl for the first time as 7-inch singles! 2025/10/08

Celebrating their 25th anniversary since their debut! GO!GO!7188's 3rd to 5th albums are pre oreder on vinyl! The second installment of the GO!GO!7188 vinyl project! This 2-LP set includes bonus tracks such as songs not featured on the original album. 2025/10/08

wyolica's Azumi, celebrating 20 years since her solo debut, announces her latest track will be released on highly anticipated 7" vinyl! A groovy sound featuring trumpeter Tabu Zombie of SOIL & "PIMP" SESSIONS. 2025/10/01

Kenji Ozawa's "Hibiya Music Festival 2025" live recording to be released on vinyl All 18 songs performed on the day, including a medley of songs played on guitar and vocals, mainly from the first album, are recorded in full on one LP! 2025/09/28

New merchandise from Creamy Mami,the Magic Angel's "ROCK'n Mami" will be released! The lineup includes four original ROCK'n Mami goods: engraved magnets, T-shirts, acrylic stands, and record players. 2025/09/24

Mahina Apple & Mantis 'Signals' Finally on Vinyl Following its CD release, Mahina Apple & Mantis's latest album 'Signals' will be available as a highly anticipated 2LP vinyl edition. 2025/09/17

A Christmas themed 7-inch vinyl release by Moto Kawabe and Summer Eye! This release from the trusted musical allies is themed around Christmas. Pressed on white vinyl, the jacket features original artwork by TIDE. 2025/09/17

Diana Krall and Other Jazz and City Pop Masterpieces to Be Released on “100% Pure LP” Limited edition of 1,000 copies with serial numbers. Features a Japanese-manufactured high-quality disc with deluxe specifications, including an obi strip and a double-sided coated jacket. 2025/09/17

Kazuyoshi Nakamura's fourth solo album, ‘100s’, to be released on vinyl for the first time! Featuring career-defining hits like “Cannonball” fan favorites such as “Seven Star” and “Shinsekai” which concluded the trilogy of singles. 2025/09/10

Serani Poji's 3rd & 4th Albums to Be Released on Vinyl for the First Time! Featured as a Cover Artist on Spotify’s “Gacha Pop” playlist, the unit continues to attract attention from listeners both in Japan and abroad. 2025/09/10

Creamy Mami 80's on Vinyl: The second LP is set to be released! Takako Ota, known for her role as Creamy Mami, delivers cute and charming covers of 1980s J-ROCK and J-POP. The vinyl edition includes self-written liner notes by Takako Ota herself. 2025/09/03

ATLAS' 3rd album "BREEZE" will be released for the first time in color! This album, which is still highly acclaimed both in Japan and overseas, contains 10 tracks that include the finest fusion, tropical, new age, and electric boogie. 2025/08/27

Atsuko Niina's debut album, released in 1983, is reissued on clear vinyl! This is a masterpiece that has skyrocketed in reputation among city pop and Japanese jazz fans in recent years, and is now at a premium on the secondhand market! 2025/08/27

The debut album of SUPER BELL"Z, led by conductor DJ Nozuki Takahiro, will be released on 7" record! Yamanote Line 100th Anniversary of Circular Operation! To be released on 'Railway Day,' October 14. 2025/08/27

Taeko Onuki's second album "SUNSHOWER" is re-released on cassette tape! A legendary city pop masterpiece that captivated the world, featuring renowned musicians such as Ryuichi Sakamoto and Chris Parker, blending fusion and AOR in a stunning crossover. 2025/08/27

The soundtrack of the TV drama Solitary Gourmet is set to be released on colored vinyl! This vinyl record features music from all seasons (1 through 8) of the TV drama Solitary Gourmet, including iconic tracks from each season. 2025/08/27

Six titles of Miho Nakayama's album works, including her first analog version, will be released on color vinyl. Six color releases: “CATCH THE NITE”, “Mind Game”, “angel hearts”, “Hide'n' Seek”, “Jeweluna”, and “MIHO NAKAYAMA COLLECTION III”. 2025/08/26

Jack's debut album has been reissued on a colored disc modeled after Toshiba Music Industry's original red disc! In addition to the 10 tracks on the main album "Vacant World" the album also includes the A-side track "Kono Michi," which was released around the same time. 2025/08/20

MyM's latest album "WARAOZE" by Miyuki Oshima and Ganbareruya will be released MyM's first digital EP, "WARAOZE," is now available on LP. The clear light green vinyl includes 10 tracks in total, including three previously released songs, as well as new songs and instrumentals. 2025/08/20

Ayumi Hamasaki's latest 7-inch and classic albums will be released Ayumi Hamasaki's 6 masterpieces and the representative single of 2025, 'mimosa', will be released on vinyl. 2025/08/20

A new EP from the Kamome Children's Choir, titled “Shangri-La” (Denki Groove Cover), is to be released in 7-Inch Donut Vinyl. Denki Groove’s iconic 1997 hit “Shangri-La” with its sweet, glittering techno beats and bittersweet melody is now passed down to future generations through the pure voices of the Kamome Children’s Choir. 2025/08/13

Mecca:83's long-awaited new album, "Until Dawn"is now available on vinyl! All 12 tracks embody the artist’s roots in jazz, soul, and golden-era boom bap, while presenting a modern texture. 2025/08/06

The Victor edition of Japan's fusion compilation series is now available on vinyl! The analog edition of the Japanese fusion compilation series 'CROSSOVER CITY' Victor edition, curated by music writer Hitoshi Kurimoto. 2025/08/06

KING OF DIGGIN' presents: BOO Two 7-inch singles released simultaneously! A 7-inch single featuring BOO’s track, selected and supervised by KING OF DIGGIN’s MURO and MACKA-CHIN, including rare versions. 2025/08/06

Natsu Summer wraps up 2025 with a brand-new track and it's digital reggae! Produced by Kunimond Takiguchi, with mixing and dubwise handled by e-mura. The B-side features a DUB MIX available exclusively on this 7-inch vinyl. 2025/08/06

7" record release by reggae band TIDELAND, formed under the production of Akihito Masui. Vo. Emi Takahashi's rare and neutral charm of her velvet voice, combined with the reggae sound produced by Akihito Masui, creates a band with a unique worldview. 2025/08/06

Two of KAN's masterpieces will be released in analog form for the first time in a 2-LP set! Celebrating the 35th anniversary! Two titles, "Yakyu Senshu ga Yume Datta" (I Was a Baseball Player), released on July 25, 1990, and the early best album "Mezurashii Jinsei" (A Rare Life). 2025/08/06

Celebrating their 25th debut anniversary! GO!GO!7188's first and second albums released on vinyl for the first time. The long-awaited official GO!GO!7188 YouTube channel will be launched on June 28th of this year, and will liven up the anniversary year along with the vinyl record. 2025/08/06

Reggae Disco Rockers to release 7" cover of Pizzicato Five classic Cover of “Such A Beautiful Girl Like You” with a superb lovers' rock arrangement. 2025/08/06

Sound Toys' 2021 album will be reissued as a Japan-exclusive LP The latest 2021 album by popular Chinese rock band Sound Toys' will be reissued on a Japan-exclusive LP with new cutting and high-quality sound. 2025/08/05

Junk Fujiyama's first major album, featuring a distinctive Hiroshi Nagai jacket, is now available in analog format for the first time! Many splendid musicians participate, including Ponta, Kiyotsugu Amano (G), Tsuyoshi Kon (G), Akira Okazawa (B), Masanori Sasaji (Key), Akira Inoue (Key), and Nobu Saito (Per). 2025/08/05

This is an ambitious work by Nariaki Obukuro, who has been pushing the front line of J-R&B since his debut! Exploring the possibilities of Japanese soul music, resonating in the bustling streets where beats collide. 2025/07/30

MIDICRONICA's new song "Itsumosobani" is released on 7-inch vinyl! A new work from MIDICRONICA, known as the final legacy of Nujabes, whose work was used as the ending theme for the anime "Samurai Champloo"! 2025/07/29

Tuxedo's new single released on 7-inch! "I Like It" is a reimagining of a UK boogie classic. Includes the R&B tune "Always" featuring a local Seattle band. 2025/07/29

Andy Lau's early albums reissued on vinyl Hong Kong's Four Heavenly Kings, Andy Lau's four early albums reissued on vinyl 2025/07/26

Yu Hayami's “Tokeruyouni Kiss Me” is now available on 7"! Also includes “BOOGIE WOOGIE LOVE TRAIN (English Version),” an English cover of Ann Lewis' "Boogie Woogie Train of Love. 2025/07/25

Vivian Chow and Vivian Lai's albums to be released on vinyl in Japan for the first time Two albums by Hong Kong female singers Vivian Chow and Vivian Lai will be released on vinyl in Japan for the first time. 2025/07/22

KYOTO JAZZ SEXTET's new 12" single vinyl record released! A spiritual and danceable jazz cover of DOSOJIN NO UTA" a folk song from Nozawa Onsen Village, Nagano Prefecture. 2025/07/18


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