{"title":"Labhead Selections - Japan 🗿 - 09\/24\/26*","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"tatsuro-yamashita-ride-on-time-import-vinyl-lp","title":"Tatsuro Yamashita: Ride On Time (180g, Japan Import) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"Ride on Time is the fifth studio album by Japanese singer-songwriter \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Tatsuro+Yamashita\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTatsuro Yamashita\u003c\/a\u003e, released by AIR\/RVC in 1980. This record includes everything from up-tempo songs to ballads, making it an absolute masterpiece beloved by many.\" - Ariola\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efirst-ever vinyl reissue of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Tatsuro+Yamashita\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTatsuro Yamashita\u003c\/a\u003e's 1980 album\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180g black vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes obi strip + printed foldout liner note insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Ariola 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e.","brand":"Tatsuro Yamashita","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":40226714320986,"sku":"lp-13649","price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/tatsuyamashita-rideontime-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1762283308"},{"product_id":"yuji-ohno-galaxy-captain-future-original-soundtrack-japan-import-vinyl-lp","title":"Yuji Ohno \u0026 Galaxy: Captain Future Original Soundtrack (Japan Import) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"Composed by Yuji Ohno, renowned for his work on the Lupin the Third soundtrack, this masterpiece delivers a unique 'Space × Jazz × Funk' approach, creating an unparalleled galactic groove. From the fiercely funky slap bass of 'Beyond Andromeda', to the spacey, mellow Rhodes on 'Good Night, Future Men', the driving interplay of guitar cutting and brass on 'Eden of Another Dimension', and the tight grooves performed by Galaxy the iconic tracks that colored this cosmic adventure are back in all their glory.\" - Nippon Columbia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efirst time on vinyl since 1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes obi strip + full color printed foldout insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Nippon Columbia 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yuji Ohno \u0026 Galaxy","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":42807794958426,"sku":"lp-18021","price":42.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/Yuji-Ohno-captainfuture-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1781533422"},{"product_id":"hiroshi-sato-orient-japan-import-colored-vinyl-vinyl-lp","title":"Hiroshi Sato: Orient (Japan Import, Colored Vinyl) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eYo, this \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=japan+2018\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJapanese reissue\u003c\/a\u003e culture is getting so out of control\u003c\/i\u003e that I’m considering dedicating a slot on my shelf to it (yes I’m copping all these reissues, no I don’t have any of the originals; I’m not made of money and my monthly ‘scogs budget is being eaten alive by rare free jazz and dancehall 45s). On this holy grail joint from 1979, \u003cstrong\u003eHiroshi Sato\u003c\/strong\u003e sings and plays the Minimoog and Polymoog synths you see floating on the cover, backed by an all-star cast of Japanese players: \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Haruomi+Hosono\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHaruomi Hosono\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on bass (just after he’d formed \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=yellow+magic+orchestra\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYMO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=ryuichi+Sakamoto\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSakamoto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e), \u003cstrong\u003eShigeru Suzuki\u003c\/strong\u003e on guitar and \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?\u0026amp;q=Pecker\u0026amp;filter=Brand\/Manufacturer\/Artist_fq:%22Pecker%22\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePecker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (!!) on percussion. \u003cstrong\u003eSato\u003c\/strong\u003e spits breezy, \u003cstrong\u003eRick Davies\u003c\/strong\u003e-esque AOR vocals over 8 tracks of immaculately-produced synthpop jazz fusion, fleshed out with bleeps and bloops yanked straight out of \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Kraftwerk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKraftwerk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e’s dreams. A lot of these late 70s early 80s world synth jazz-funk records might sorta sound the same to the uninitiated jazzhead, but there truly is nothing else out there that sounds quite like this. \u003cstrong\u003ePecker\u003c\/strong\u003e’s percussion (and what I can only imagine to be a general wildcard presence in the studio) really takes this session to another level. Check out “Son Go Kuw,” “Doncama,” “Sora Tobu Jutan” and “Hikary Kaze.” Recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eclear green colored vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes obi strip + full color printed foldout insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Kitty Records 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by sunrise mart 04\/2018\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Sato","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":42807796007002,"sku":"lp-18029","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/hiroshissato-orient-coloredvinyl-1.jpg?v=1781533141"},{"product_id":"taeko-onuki-sunshower-heavyweight-pure-vinyl-disc-180g-japan-import-vinyl-lp","title":"Taeko Ohnuki: Sunshower - Heavyweight Pure Vinyl Disc (180g, Japan Import) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"This is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Taeko+Ohnuki\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTaeko Ohnuki\u003c\/a\u003e’s 2nd album released in 1977. Influenced by Stevie Wonder, 'Tokai' is known as one of Taeko Onuki’s most famous songs, and its lyrics, which include many satirical meanings of the time, are also interesting. Includes her hits: 'SUMMER CONNECTION', 'Kusuri wo Takusan', 'Nanimo Iranai', 'Tokai', 'Dare no Tame ni', etc.! The participating musicians were Ryuichi Sakamoto, Yu Imai, Kenji Omura, Tsunehide Matsuki, Tsugutoshi Goto, CRIS PARKER (Dr. of STUFF), Nobu Saito, Tatsuro Yamashita, Haruomi Hosono, Katzumi Watanabe, Yasuaki Shimizu, Shigeharu Mukai, Shigeru Suzuki, Shuichi Murakami, Tatsuo Hayashi, Masataka Matsutoya, etc.\" - Panam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180g 'colorless' vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Panam 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Taeko Ohnuki","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":43053123797082,"sku":"lp-18245","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/taeko-sunshower-colroedvinyl-1_2cd84a48-3516-4864-950c-d9973496999e.jpg?v=1789681298"},{"product_id":"kyozo-nishioka-nanbei-ryokou-japan-import-vinyl-lp","title":"Kyozo Nishioka: Nanbei Ryokou (Japan Import) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"This fourth album overall, and the first release after moving to the Showboat label, is a conceptual work built from songs born during travels through Mexico, the Bahamas, and New Orleans with his beloved wife KURO, and recorded in a Los Angeles studio. It lovingly sings of the landscapes of Central and South America, as well as the encounters and farewells experienced along the journey. The warm performances by the members of So Bad Review and steel pan master Robert Greenidge bring a calm, happy, and relaxed mood to the album. From the classic 'Gypsy Song,' which has continued to be covered by many musicians, to the light Latin touch of the title track 'Minami Ryokou,' all ten songs shine with an evergreen brilliance.\" - Solid Records\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes obi strip + printed foldout insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1976\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Solid Records 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kyozo Nishioka","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":43135007064154,"sku":"lp-18393","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/kyozo-nanbei-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1789668049"},{"product_id":"tomoko-aran-fuyu-kukan-floating-space-japan-import-180g-45rpm-vinyl-2lp","title":"Tomoko Aran: Fuyu-Kukan \/ Floating Space (180g, Japan Import, 45rpm) Vinyl 2LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Tomoko+Aran\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTomoko Aran\u003c\/a\u003e’s album Floating Space has been repressed at 45rpm on 180g vinyl after being \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=The+Weeknd+Dawn+FM\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esampled by The Weeknd\u003c\/a\u003e! With Masatoshi Nishimura of FENCE OF DEFENSE as the sound producer, this work is a novel work that incorporates not only new wave and rock elements, but also mellow songs and experimental sounds, but in recent years it has fueled the popularity of city pop. In response, the mellowness 'I’m In Love,' 'Midnight Pretenders' and the cosmic sound 'Hannya' have become popular because they have led to re-evaluation overseas and young people who did not know the time (original release was 1983).\" - Warner Music Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180g black double vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epressed at 45RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes obi strip + printed insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1983\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Warner Music Japan 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Tomoko Aran","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":43198232363098,"sku":"lp-18443","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/tomoko-fuyu-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1789673825"},{"product_id":"mai-yamane-tasogare-japan-import-colored-vinyl-vinyl-lp","title":"Mai Yamane: Tasogare (Japan Import, Colored Vinyl) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"Reissue of Mai Yamane's debut album in which Makoto Matsushita arranged all songs! Released in 1980, this work is Makoto Matsushita's first produced work. This is a city pop masterpiece of Mai Yamane, a talented female singer who later played a role in recording and live performances by Masaharu Fukuyama and Yosui Inoue! 'Twilight' was composed by Kintaro Nakamura, who was a guitarist in the back band of Joe Yamanaka, and 'Get Away' composed by Tomaru Yoshino of SHOGUN, who later worked with Makoto Matsushita on AB'S. A masterpiece of music, including tracks such as Urban Groove 'City Drive,' which was written by Yaschinen who has been writing lyrics for numerous hit artists including Anri, Momoko Kikuchi, Kyoko Koizumi.\" - Continental\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ein-demand 1980 City Pop, includes 'Twilight' sampled by Playboi Carti + Young Nudy for 'Pissy Pamper \/ Kid Cudi'\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyellow colored vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehoused in tip-on jacket w\/ obi strip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes printed foldout insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Continental 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Mai Yamane","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":43198232395866,"sku":"lp-18444","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/maiyamane-coloredvinyl-1.jpg?v=1789679731"},{"product_id":"akira-ishikawa-his-count-buffalos-african-rock-japan-import-colored-vinyl-vinyl-lp","title":"Akira Ishikawa \u0026 His Count Buffalos: African Rock (Japan Import, Colored Vinyl) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"'Prayer', 'Dawn', 'Hunting', and 'Love' — music that is at once beautiful and electrifying. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?q=Akira+Ishikawa\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;sort_by=relevance\u0026amp;filter.p.vendor=Akira+Ishikawa\u0026amp;filter.p.vendor=Akira+Ishikawa+%26+His+Count+Buffalos\u0026amp;filter.p.vendor=Akira+Miyazawa+%26+Soul+Leon\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAkira Ishikawa\u003c\/a\u003e races across the vast African landscape with jazz and rock as twin engines. This album is a masterpiece in which the three core pillars of Akira Ishikawa’s musical vision—jazz, rock, and African music—are fused in a sublime and thrilling balance. One arresting track follows another: the solemn and majestic 'Prayer', evoking the eternal land; the clear yet subtly psychedelic 'Dawn'; the serene and beautiful 'Love'; and the highly dynamic, explosive 'Jumbo'. The brilliance of Hirmasa Suzuki’s arrangements deserves special mention—simple yet profoundly deep, they give vivid clarity to the album’s overall concept and imagery. Among Ishikawa’s serious, non–instrumental-cover works, this album stands shoulder to shoulder with Electrum, Bakishinba, and Uganda, and should be regarded as one of his definitive achievements.\" - Tokuma Japan Communications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eclear colored vinyl (\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eplease note\u003c\/span\u003e: actual pressing color and packaging may differ from mock-up photo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egatefold sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes obi strip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1971\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Tokuma Japan Communications 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Akira Ishikawa \u0026 His Count Buffalos","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":43291562246234,"sku":"fr-5598","price":52.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/akira-africanrock-coloredvinyl-1.jpg?v=1789666059"},{"product_id":"zero-sen-sunrise-son-of-pin-head-japan-import-vinyl-7","title":"Zero Sen: Sunrise \/ Son Of Pin Head (Japan Import) Vinyl 7\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"Produced in the 1970s as an audio test record, ZEROSEN's 'Sunrise' has earned lasting acclaim in Japan and abroad as a masterpiece of Japanese rare groove and jazz funk. From this album, two tracks have been specially selected under the supervision of CHINTAM of 'Wamono A to Z', resulting in the world's first-ever 7-inch single cut! Featuring the spiritually and emotionally uplifting masterpiece 'Sunrise', alongside the deeper and more psychedelic 'Son of Pin Head'. Remastering was handled by 8ronix (Bullpen lab.), renowned for his powerful sound production. Thanks to the 45 RPM 7-inch format, this release delivers outstanding sound pressure and playback quality, making it an essential DJ weapon as well as a highly desirable collector's item.\" - Victor Entertainment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack 7\" vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efirst time on 7\" vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Victor Entertainment 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Zero Sen","offers":[{"title":"7\" Vinyl","offer_id":43392114655322,"sku":"fr-5613","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/zerosen-sunrise-7inch-1.jpg?v=1787943850"},{"product_id":"akira-miyazawa-yamame-japan-import-vinyl-lp","title":"Akira Miyazawa: Yamame (Japan Import) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"This is the first leader album by Akira Miyazawa, one of the greatest tenor saxophonists in Japanese jazz history. It features first-class jazz musicians including Sadao Watanabe (as, fl), Akira Nakano (tp, tb), Takeshi Inomata (dr), and Masahiko Sato (p). Without a doubt, this is one of the most important works in the history of Japanese modern jazz. The title also reflects Miyazawa’s love of fishing, and the jacket features him as a figure casting a fishing line.\" - King Records\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e'pure' clear vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes obi strip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1962\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: King Records 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Akira Miyazawa","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":43420254797914,"sku":"fr-5625","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/akira-miyazawa-coloredvinyl-1.jpg?v=1787943890"},{"product_id":"jiro-inagaki-his-soul-media-in-the-groove-heavyweight-pure-vinyl-disc-180g-japan-import-vinyl-lp","title":"Jiro Inagaki \u0026 His Soul Media: In The Groove - Heavyweight Pure Vinyl Disc (180g, Japan Import) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"Since its formation in 1969, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=soul+media\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSoul Media\u003c\/a\u003e had been advocating a fusion of jazz and rock. The next step along that line was this album, In the Groove, recorded in 1973. The sharpness of jazz is brought to the forefront, with rock melting in to give it an edge, and funk injected to imbue it with power and resilience. The result was a strong, sophisticated, and simply 'cool music' that could not be categorized within existing genres such as jazz rock, jazz funk, or fusion. This work is also described as a response to The Crusaders, a group that Jiro Inagaki was paying attention to at the time. His aim was right on target. With this album, Soul Media acquired a 'sophisticated black feeling' and headed for their final destination, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/collections\/all\/products\/soul-media-funky-stuff-vinyl-lp\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFunky Stuff\u003c\/a\u003e.\" - Yusuke Ogawa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180g 'colorless' vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Nippon Columbia 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Jiro Inagaki \u0026 His Soul Media","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":43461824544858,"sku":"fr-5633","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/jiro-inagaki-inthegroove-coloredvinyl-1.jpg?v=1789668005"},{"product_id":"jiro-inagaki-his-soul-media-funky-stuff-heavyweight-pure-vinyl-disc-180g-japan-import-vinyl-lp","title":"Jiro Inagaki \u0026 His Soul Media: Funky Stuff - Heavyweight Pure Vinyl Disc (180g, Japan Import) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=jiro+inagaki\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInagaki\u003c\/a\u003e himself described it, this was his take on 'Black funk'. Fusing the explosive energy of jazz-rock with the elasticity and depth of Black music, the sound took a leap into another dimension. Combined with the masterful arrangements by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Hiroshi+Suzuki\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHiroshi Suzuki\u003c\/a\u003e, the grooves were refined, lustrous, and full of mystique. From the dynamic and exhilarating 'Painted Paradise', to the mellow-funky 'Breeze', to the crisp, low-end cover of Kool \u0026amp; The Gang’s 'Funky Stuff', every track is a highlight. This is a landmark album constantly in demand across the globe.\" - Nippon Columbia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180g 'colorless' vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Nippon Columbia 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Jiro Inagaki \u0026 His Soul Media","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":43461824872538,"sku":"fr-5634","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/jiro-inagaki-funkystuff-coloredvinyl-1_af1e6500-990d-4505-8649-9b6b15a7e628.jpg?v=1789667927"},{"product_id":"takashi-kokubo-oasis-of-the-wind-ii-a-story-of-forest-and-water-vinyl-2lp","title":"Takashi Kokubo: Oasis of the Wind II - A Story Of Forest And Water Vinyl 2LP - PRE-ORDER","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=Takashi+Kokubo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTakashi Kokubo\u003c\/a\u003e is one of Japan’s leading ambient composers and sound designers, known for creating sounds such as the Emergency Earthquake Warning alert and the iD payment sound. Among the works released in the 1990s as part of the Ion series, the especially popular title 'Kaze no Oasis II -Mori to Mizu no Monogatari-' is finally being reissued. Kokubo has also attracted renewed attention in recent years for his participation in a Grammy-nominated compilation focused on Japanese ambient and new age music. This work has also undergone a major reappraisal in the digital era, recording several million plays online and earning strong support from ambient listeners around the world. The rustling of the forest, the murmuring of water, and soft, expansive electronic sounds. Its sound world feels as if you have wandered deep into a forest, quietly nourishing both the listener’s heart and surrounding space. Experience music like forest bathing in this era.\" - Teichiku Entertainment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack double vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBONUS TRACK\u003c\/strong\u003e on side D: 'Scene 3: Red Leaves Falling' from the album 'Mori no Megumi (Blessings Of The Forest)'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1993\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Teichiku Entertainment 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!---PREORDER START---\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"preorder-module\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"preorder\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"preorderpolicy\"\u003ePre-Order Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to order additional items (\u003cb\u003eincluding other pre-orders\u003c\/b\u003e), please make separate orders. 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The unique worldview of PGF—which evolved independently under the influence of post-punk and UK dance culture—was already firmly established at this early stage. This collection brings together tracks that can be considered a valuable record of Japan’s early club music and electro sound scene. This is a valuable work documenting the scene on the eve of PGF. Originally released exclusively on CD in 1991, this marks the first-ever release on vinyl LP. It is truly the reissue the world has been waiting for. The re-release of this rare, first indie work—which had become extremely difficult to find—can truly be called a major event.\" - Victor Entertainment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efirst time on vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack vinyl pressing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes obi strip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1991\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Victor Entertainment 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!---PREORDER START---\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"preorder-module\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"preorder\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"preorderpolicy\"\u003ePre-Order Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to order additional items (\u003cb\u003eincluding other pre-orders\u003c\/b\u003e), please make separate orders. 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If there is a substantial delay, we will contact you directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll vinyl pre-orders come with Turntable Lab stickers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!---PREORDER END---\u003e","brand":"Poison Girl Friend","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":43478427697242,"sku":"lp-18757","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/poisongf-pgf-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1789668118"},{"product_id":"taeko-onuki-copine-japan-import-vinyl-lp","title":"Taeko Ohnuki: Copine (Japan Import) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Taeko+Ohnuki\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTaeko Onuki\u003c\/a\u003e’s Copine. showcases sophisticated synth-pop and city-pop with European influences. 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The rhythm section and subtle grooves create a refined yet warm listening experience, making it essential for '80s Japanese city-pop enthusiasts.\" - Great Tracks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-quality Japan import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes obi strip + printed insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1985\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Great Tracks \/ Sony Japan 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taeko Ohnuki","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":43568819601498,"sku":"lp-18854","price":42.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/taeko-copine-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1785352168"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/collections\/labhead-selections-japan-09-24-26.oembed","provider":"TurntableLab.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}