Masayoshi Takanaka - Rainbow Goblins (Clear Purple Vinyl)(-180g)
Fusion, Fusion, Psychedelic Rock
UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN UPJY-9523/4 Japan 2025
US$50.98
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED, Colored Vinyl
A concept album created based on a picture book.
A masterpiece that matches tropical guitar with a mythical concept.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Jolly Jive
KITTY MKF 1055 Japan 1979
US$21.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
A hit album by guitarist Masayoshi Takanaka, released in the midst of the fusion boom.
This was a huge hit album containing their signature song "BLUE LAGOON."
Masayoshi Takanaka - An Insatiable High (Clear Yellow Vinyl)(-180g)
KITTY RECORDS UPJY-9435 Japan 2024
US$35.26
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED, Obi, Yellow Vinyl
A sophisticated fusion landscape painted with light and a guitar cutting through the wind.
This album features vibrant horn arrangements and light guitar work blended together to create a rhythmic and refreshing performance.
Grover Washington Jr - Winelight
ELEKTRA P-10974E Japan 1980
US$12.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Cover Soiled, Discoloration on Cover *Изображение не является фотографией товара.
A historic masterpiece by Grover Washington Jr.
A representative work of the fusion scene of the 80's.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Seychelles (Clear Sky Blue Vinyl)(-180g)
KITTY RECORDS UPJY-9433 Japan 2024
US$35.26
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED, Obi, Blue Vinyl
Southern Fantasy
A masterpiece of fusion guitar revived on SHM-CD.
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.
UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN UPJY9543 Japan 2026
US$39.19
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED, Blue Vinyl
Kiyoshi Sugimoto's 1978 work is reissued for the first time!
The recording members include Shimizu Yasuaki (sax), Togashi Haruo (kyd), Okazawa Akira (b), Tokashiki Yuichi (ds), as well as Fukamachi Jun (kyd) and Matsuki Tsunehide (g).
WARNER BROS P-10184W Japan 1976
US$11.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
Important in the history of black music.
A new type of music that combines jazz, rock, soul, and funk.
CBS SONY SOPL-155 Japan 1972
US$42.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Mark on Media
A masterpiece that is considered one of the most important works in jazz history.
A well-harmonized ensemble and exquisite improvisation.
POLYDOR 28MM 0186 Japan 1982
US$9.41
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Obi Soiled *Изображение не является фотографией товара.
A classic Fusion song. The title song is still played often on the radio.
This was their second album, released in 1982. In Japan, this was their first album. Following the huge success of this album, their official first album, "Drivin' Hard," was later released in Japan.
Chick Corea - Return To Forever
POLYDOR MPF 1136 Japan 1978
US$9.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover *Изображение не является фотографией товара.
A hit that opened the door to fusion music.
A highly transparent work that exudes a pastoral comfort throughout.
Isao Suzuki Quartet + 2 - Orang-Utan
three blind mice MHJL-358 Japan 2024
US$38.41
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M), Obi : New (M)
SEALED, Obi, 180g
Sadao Watanabe - California Shower
FLYING DISK VIJ-6012 Japan 1978
US$6.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Mark on Media *Изображение не является фотографией товара.
It features a pleasant melody and sound.
Released in 1981, this is an important work in Sadao Watanabe's career.
John Coltrane - My Favorite Things
ATLANTIC P-7505A Japan 1976
US$28.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
Break out of your shell and step into a new world.
This is the first album to prominently feature the soprano saxophone.
Ryo Fukui - Scenery (Pure Vinyl/180g)
ULTRA-VYBE SOLID1038 Japan 2026
US$47.05
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
Blossoming greenery, dazzling clear streams, clear skies, and silently falling snow...
A beautiful scenery created by the famous Hokkaido-born pianist, Ryo Fukui. Here, forever.
Sadao Watanabe - Morning Island
FLYING DISK VIJ-6018 Japan 1979
US$5.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Heavy Mark on Media, Obi Soiled, Crease/Crinkle on Obi *Изображение не является фотографией товара.
The more you listen to it, the more fascinating it becomes.
Released in 1979. Featuring well-known musicians. Recorded in New York.
Teruo Nakamura Group - Unicorn (Limited Edition)(-180g)
three blind mice MHJL-404 Japan 2024
US$38.41
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M), Obi : New (M)
SEALED, Obi
A Japanese jazz-funk album featuring Steve Grossman and other impressive musicians.
This album is highly popular not only among jazz fans, but also among the rare groove/DJ generation both in Japan and overseas!
BETTER DAYS YX-7265-ND Japan 1980
US$9.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Heavy Mark on Media, Media Soiled, Hard Stain on Cover *Изображение не является фотографией товара.
Not only is this a masterpiece by jazz guitarist Kazumi Watanabe, but also a great Japanese fusion album.
Recorded in New York, this is Watanabe Kazumi's biggest hit. It includes the smash hit commercial song "Unicorn."
ALFA ALR-20002 Japan 1984
US$114.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
A hybrid work of live and studio recordings in preparation for the band's expansion into the EU.
The 7th album released in 1982. A hybrid work that includes the sound sources of famous songs such as "Take Me" and "Asayake" recorded live just for this work.
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.
Masayoshi Takanaka - T-Wave (Clear Orange Vinyl)(-180g)
Fusion, Fusion, Contemporary Jazz, Jazz-Funk
UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN UPJY-9522 Japan 2025
US$35.26
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED, Orange Vinyl
Masayoshi Takanaka's representative album featuring the fan-popular "EARLY BIRD"
This masterpiece was released six months after their previous album "JOLLY JIVE" and was ranked in the Oricon Top Ten.
Kimiko Kasai - We Can Fall In Love
CBS SONY 25AP 260 Japan 1976
US$12.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
An album filled with the charm of jazz and soul diva Kimiko Kasai.
Released in 1976. Includes "We Can Fall In Love," a disco-inspired track written by Kimiko herself.
BETTER DAYS YX-7595-ND Japan 1979
US$8.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Discoloration on Cover, Media Soiled, Liner stains *Изображение не является фотографией товара.
A masterpiece born from the passion that could only exist in that time and place.
A legendary band session that remains in the history of Japanese fusion music.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Takanaka (Clear Red Vinyl)(-180g)
KITTY RECORDS UPJY-9434 Japan 2024
US$35.26
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED, Red Vinyl
A popular early work!
An album filled with catchy numbers.
