Eiichi Ohtaki - A Long Vacation
Rock & Roll, Pop Rock, City Pop
NIAGARA 27AH 1234 Japan 1981
US$21.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
This was Eiichi Ohtaki's masterpiece and a huge hit.
Exquisite sound-making and beautiful melodies that are well-versed in good old American pop.
EXPRESS ETP-90265 Japan 1983
US$8.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Slight Scuff on Cover, Minor Scratch on Media *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
An album full of great songs.
Contains many popular songs, including self-covers.
Soul, Funk, Kayōkyoku, City Pop
MOON MOON-28019 Japan 1984
US$46.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
Side A of the soundtrack album consists of original songs and side B of cover songs.
The soundtrack for "Big Wave," a documentary film about marine sports such as surfing, released in 1984. Side A is made up of original songs, including some written specifically for the film, and side B is made up of cover songs by The Beach Boys and others.
EXPRESS ETP-72071 Japan 1975
US$11.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Crease/Crinkle on Obi, Light Mark on Media, Media Soiled *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
3rd album under the name Yumi Arai
The third album is a bright and pop album, a departure from the introspective previous albums. The historic Tin Pan Alley performance on the title track "Cobalt Hour" is a must-listen.
RCA RVL-8047, JPL1-1684 Japan 1980
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
City pop packed with great songs.
City pop featuring excellent songwriters such as Tatsuro Yamashita, Carol Bayer Sager, Mari Hayashi, Yasuhiro Abe, and Kingo Hamada.
NIAGARA 28AH 1555 Japan 1984
US$6.54
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
Eiichi Ohtaki's last work before his death
A work that allows you to enjoy the essence of Niagara sound.
EXPRESS ETP-90175 Japan 1982
US$6.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Minor Scratch on Media *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
A masterpiece representing the 80's.
A work that is filled with the essence of Yuming.
Akina Nakamori - Best Akina Memoires
REPRISE L-12590 Japan 1983
US$9.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover
A best album from their debut early days! Includes big hits.
This work is notable for its songs, modern arrangements, and vocals that range from tough to mellow.
CBS SONY 27AH 1032 Japan 1980
US$21.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
Contains 10 songs including hit singles and no throwaways.
While taking advantage of her slightly raspy singing voice, she emphasizes her high, soaring voice. This song vividly expresses the changing seasons.
City Pop, Funk, Jazz-Funk, Soul
RCA RVL-8037 Japan 1978
US$35.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Scratch/damage on Cover
This album marked a turning point musically, not only as a player but also as a stronger artist.
The third album released in 1978. It includes popular songs such as "BOMBER," "Shiosai," and "2000 Tons of Rain," which were frequently included in the setlists of later live shows. It is an experimental work that contains elements of various genres.
CBS SONY 25AP 730 Japan 1977
US$17.98
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Seam Split, Heavy Mark on Media, Stain on Liner
Enjoy the languid, jazzy vocals.
A must-have city pop masterpiece that moves from Japanese soul to pop.
WARNER WPCV-7450 Japan 1998
US$26.72
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M), Obi : New (M)
SEALED, Obi
It also includes new songs that have not been released yet.
A masterpiece filled with pop and catchy hits.
Akina Nakamori - Variation (Hensoukyoku)
REPRISE L-12550 Japan 1982
US$11.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover, Hard Stain on Obi
Her charm blossoms in her second work.
Pop music with a friendly voice.
Tatsuro Yamashita - Spacy (Limited Edition)(-180g)
Jazz-Rock, Soul, Funk, City Pop
Ariola Japan BVJL-94 Japan 2023
US$35.26
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M), Obi : New (M)
SEALED, Obi
A masterpiece with standout funky songs.
Enjoy the abundance of talent.
Akina Nakamori - New Akina Etranger
Kayōkyoku, Synth-pop, City Pop
REPRISE L-12580 Japan 1983
US$7.04
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, with Pinup/Card Portrait *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
A glimpse of the artist's aspirations in this 4th album by a group of talented artists.
Released in 1983. European recording featuring Yoko Aki, Kazuo Zaitsu, Shinji Tanimura, Haruomi Hosono, and Yokohama Ginbae. No singles included.
Kayōkyoku, Dance-pop, City Pop
REPRISE L-12592 Japan 1984
US$7.26
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
LINER, with Pinup/Card Portrait, Opened Shrink Wrap on Cover, Hype Sticker *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
A collection of works that summarises her stable talent and activities as a singer.
Her singing voice is varied, from hit songs to songs with thrilling intros.
Tatsuro Yamashita - Greatest Hits Of Tatsuro Yamashita
AIR RAL-8803 Japan 1982
US$32.26
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
RENTAL COPY, Scratch/damage on Cover, Sticker on Cover
Supervised by the man himself! The only officially certified best album from his RCA/AIR days.
Newly remastered, vinyl-cut rock pop.
RCA RHL-8503, JPL1-1832 Japan 1980
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
An ambitious piece that is starting to add to the growing number of original works.
World famous Japanese pop music.
VAP 30152-28 Japan 1984
US$28.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Obi
This is Momoko Kikuchi's memorable first album.
A city pop classic released in 1984.
Yumi Matsutoya - Sakuban Oaishimasyou
EXPRESS ETP-90120 Japan 1981
US$5.61
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Minor Scratch on Media, Slight Scuff on Cover *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
This is Yuming's original album, which achieved the remarkable feat of reaching number one position 17 times in a row for 17 years.
The 12th album released in 1981. Includes "Tower Side Memory," "Machikado no Pessimist," "Matte Agetai," and more. This was a turning point for Yuming, and is characterized by its mysterious jacket and enigmatic title.
Kimiko Kasai, Herbie Hancock - Butterfly
CBS SONY 25AP 1350 Japan 1979
US$82.26
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
The Miraculous Encounter of Jazz Vocals and Herbie Hancock
An improvisational dialogue between Kasai Kimiko's scat and Hancock's piano.
Abstract, Electro, Experimental, Minimal, Industrial, City Pop, Electro
ALFA ALR-28003 Japan 1980
US$32.26
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
The production focuses on sound and tone.
An electric and avant-garde piece.
