Masayoshi Takanaka - BRASILIAN SKIES
Fusion, Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Latin Jazz, J-pop
UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN UPJY-9509 Japón 2025
GB£25.88
Media : Nuevo (M), Jacket : Nuevo (M)
SEALED, Blue Vinyl, 180g
Speaking of the summer of Masayoshi Takanaka, the eternal summer man
The sound is influenced by Latin music and reflects his free musicality, creating a pleasant, sunny and cool sound.
Masayoshi Takanaka - All Of Me
Fusion, Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Disco
UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN UPJY-9511 Japón 2025
GB£37.77
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SEALED, Green Vinyl, 180g
His first best album.
This work gives a renewed impression of sophisticated tropical guitar sound.
NIPPON COLUMBIA HMJY227 Japón 2026
GB£30.64
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SEALED
Emotions that swell like the ocean, dynamic movements that seem to pierce the heavens. Why is Itabashi Fumio loved all over the world? This work is packed with answers.
This is the masterpiece third album recorded in 1979 by the world-renowned pianist Fumio Itabashi.
Seiichi Nakamura - Wolf's Theme
TEICHIKU ENTERTAINMENT TEA27 Japón 2026
GB£33.01
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This is one ideal that Nakamura Seiichi has arrived at. The saxophone, soaring freely like a bird, liberates the listener and leads them to a new world.
During his time with the Yamashita Yosuke Trio, he poured his whole body and soul into every note. In the early 1970s, he blew powerfully, weaving inspiration and impulse into his melodies. Now, with this album, Nakamura Seiichi has undergone yet another transformation.
Various - CITY MUSIC TOKYO Second Definition
NIPPON COLUMBIA COJY9576 Japón 2026
GB£35.39
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The Jazz Funk edition of "City Music Tokyo," a city music compilation series selected by Kunimondo Takiguchi (RYUSENKEI), is now available!
This is a selection of urbane and sophisticated songs that struck a chord with Kunimondo Takiguchi from the crossover/Japanese jazz/soundtrack genres released by Nippon Columbia.
Various - CITY MUSIC TOKYO Second Definition
NIPPON COLUMBIA COCB42626 Japón 2026
GB£15.77
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SEALED
The Jazz Funk edition of "City Music Tokyo," a city music compilation series selected by Kunimondo Takiguchi (RYUSENKEI), is now available!
This is a selection of urbane and sophisticated songs that struck a chord with Kunimondo Takiguchi from the crossover/Japanese jazz/soundtrack genres released by Nippon Columbia.
Takashi Mizuhashi - Who Cares (SACD Hybrid)
Sony Music Direct MHCL10197 Japón 2026
GB£18.74
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This is the second TBM release from popular composer Takashi Mizuhashi, featuring Yoshio Otomo's dynamic title track and the driving original "Blues for Andrew." This is a masterpiece that you'll want to enjoy at the loud volume that only this label can offer.
Isao Suzuki - Black Orpheus (SACD Hybrid)
Sony Music Direct MHCL10195 Japón 2026
GB£18.74
Media : Nuevo (M), Jacket : Nuevo (M)
SEALED
Isao Suzuki's sixth TBM album features impressive playing, featuring Tsuyoshi Yamamoto and Donald Bailey. This powerful piano trio piece is packed with highlights, including the title track with its addictive, snappy groove! (Series Supervisor: Koki Hanawa)
Kimiko Kasai, Kosuke Mine - Yellow Carcass In The Blue (SACD Hybrid)
Sony Music Direct MHCL10196 Japón 2026
GB£18.74
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SEALED
This is the only work that Kimiko Kasai left as a leader for TBM. The title track by Masaaki Kikuchi, who wrote his own lyrics and displayed his originality, is outstanding. Don't miss Kosuke Mine's passionate playing throughout the entire album. (Series Supervisor: Koki Hanawa)
Hiroshi Fukumura - Hiroshi Fukumura Quintet (SACD Hybrid)
Sony Music Direct MHCL10194 Japón 2026
GB£18.74
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SEALED
This is Hiroshi Fukumura's memorable first album as a leader. This masterpiece on the TBM label features a lyrical yet aggressive performance by two trombones, performed with Shigeharu Mukai. (Selected and supervised by Koki Hanawa)
Masayoshi Takanaka - CAN I SING?
UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN UPJY9529 Japón 2026
GB£25.88
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SEALED, Blue Vinyl, 180g
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of his solo debut, this remastered collection features popular tracks from the Kitty Years by Japan's leading guitarist, Masayoshi Takanaka. Released on 180g heavyweight clear blue vinyl!
The album was remastered and cut at Abbey Road Studios in London using high-resolution audio from the original master tapes, by Abbey Road's renowned engineer, Alex Wharton.
Tokuma Japan Communications TJJA10080 Japón 2026
GB£36.58
Media : Nuevo (M), Jacket : Nuevo (M)
SEALED
Moriyama Takeo's "Mori," which has been out of print and difficult to obtain even on CD, is now available on vinyl for the first time!
This album is centered around slow tempo songs. Moriyama's drumming and vocal delivery develops into a dramatic ballad. The addition of George Garzone breathes fresh air into Moriyama's sound.
Victor NJS840 Japón 2026
GB£28.85
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"DAGURI," a work filled with such presence that it is worthy of being considered one of Kosuke Mine's masterpieces, is finally being revived more than 50 years after the original release in 1973!
Kosuke Mine, who rose to prominence in the Masaaki Kikuchi Group, recorded this work with his own regular group. Featuring cutting-edge musicians including Fumio Itabashi, the performance is powerful and dynamic, with a forcefulness and vividness that seems to herald the dawn of a new era.
KING RECORDS NAS2168 Japón 2026
GB£28.85
Media : Nuevo (M), Jacket : Nuevo (M)
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A historic work of modern jazz by Miyazawa Akira, the greatest tenor saxophonist in the history of Japanese jazz.
This is the first album by Akira Miyazawa, the greatest tenor saxophonist in the history of Japanese jazz. Featuring top jazz musicians such as Sadao Watanabe (as, fl), Akira Nakano (tp, tb), Takeshi Inomata (dr), and Masahiko Sato (p).
Takashi Mizuhashi - One Tuesday In New York
NIPPON COLUMBIA TYO1004 Japón 2026
GB£28.85
Media : Nuevo (M), Jacket : Nuevo (M)
SEALED
A long-awaited reissue! Mizuhashi's powerful and unparalleled bass work inspires Hancock's swinging piano.
This is a precious session album by Japan's proud bassist Takashi Mizuhashi and Herbie Hancock, recorded in New York on February 22, 1977. His deep, rich bass and vocal approach can be heard throughout the album, making this a truly "international" Japanese jazz masterpiece.
Victor NJS841 Japón 2026
GB£28.85
Media : Nuevo (M), Jacket : Nuevo (M)
SEALED
Suzuki Isao's classic crossover album, featuring "CADILLAC WOMAN" and "BAMBOO," which have been rediscovered in the club scene, is being reissued!
This is a masterpiece crossover album by Suzuki Isao, a bassist who has continued to lead the Japanese jazz scene. It vividly captures the heat of the 1970s and is being rediscovered by the club scene and rare groove enthusiasts alike.
