Black Friday 2 Vinyl Boxes Sale: Rock & Jazz/Soul/Funk/Hip-Hop! The Black Friday sale is still going on!! We offer an exclusive deal for 2 vinyl box sets, featuring classic artists from the 70s to 90s. ・Box 1: Rock (200,000 JPY/ 48 pcs) ・Box 2: Jazz/Soul/Funk/Hiphop (140,000 JPY/ 36 pcs) *We sell the entire box, we do not support selecting specific titles or artists. *We check the condition of each record, and ensure that VG+ ~ E) ⇩⇩⇩Box1 contains: ⇩⇩⇩ Label Detail: ARTIST TITLE LABEL […]
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Black Friday 12″ Vinyl Sale: Hip-Hop & R&B Classics! by FACE Records
Black Friday 12″ Vinyl Sale: Hip-Hop & R&B Classics! by FACE Records Get ready for an incredible Black Friday deal! We’re excited to offer a special sale on 12-inch Hip-Hop and R&B vinyl records, featuring legendary 80s~90s artists like A Tribe Called Quest, Notorious B.I.G., Tupac, Nas, Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg, Rakim, Mobb Deep, TLC, SWV, Aaliyah, Janet Jackson, Brandy, Common, LL Cool J, Black Sheep, Krs-One and many more. Whether you’re stocking up for your s […]
Japan “Record Day レコードの日” 2024/11 COMING SOON!
Japan “Record Day レコードの日” “Record Day 2024” is Japan’s largest analog record event, and will be held on “Culture Day”, a Japanese national holiday, on Friday, November 3rd. Don’t hesitate – these recommended releases tend to vanish before you know it! ⇩⇩⇩⇩⇩⇩ Hitomi Toyama – NEXT DOOR (Clear Green Vinyl) (LP)( HMJA-213) Hitomi Toyama – SEXY ROBOT (Clear Pink Vinyl) (LP)( HMJA-214) Two popular albums by Toyama & […]
City Pop on Vinyl 2024
City Pop, the quintessential Japanese pop genre that captivated the airwaves in the 1970s and 1980s, is experiencing a global renaissance. Known for its polished production, smooth melodies, and urban sophistication, City Pop perfectly captures the essence of modern life during its era. 🎶 Rediscover the Magic of City Pop! 🎶 On August 3rd, special City Pop vinyl will be released from classic hits to hidden gems. This collection brings together the nostalgic warmth and breezy sophistication that d […]
Revived Rhythms: Japanese Jazz Reissues Return! (TBM )
Three Blind Mice (TBM) Act quickly! The legendary Japanese Jazz label, Three Blind Mice, is reissuing some of its finest titles once more. Don’t hesitate – these highly coveted releases tend to vanish before you know it! Blow Up / Isao Suzuki Trio/Quartet (MHJL-322) (Heavyweight LP) Mari Nakamoto / Mari Nakamoto III (MHJL-323) (Heavyweight LP) Hidefumi Toki Quartet / Toki (MHJL-324) (Heavyweight LP) Tsuyoshi Yamamoto Trio / Misty (MHJL-307) (Heavyweight LP) Motohiko Hino / Ryuhyo (MH […]
New Studio Ghibli Soundtrack “The Boy and the Heron”
The soundtrack of the latest and Oscar winning Studio Ghibli movie will be released on vinyl in July. The music is produced by Ghibli’s regular collaborator, Jo Hisaishi, and the theme song is performed by a popular J-Pop artist, Kenshi Yonezu. The double LP contains 37 tracks and the liner notes written both in Japanese and English. Title: The Boy and the Heron (2LP) Music: Joe Hisaishi / Theme Song: Kenshi Yonezu Cat #: TJJA-10063 Release date: July 3rd, 2024 Order deadline date: May 1 […]
Notice of System Maintenance / システムメンテナンスのお知らせ
Thank you for using our services. Due to system maintenance on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, we would like to inform you in advance that access to the following website will be temporarily restricted due to system maintenance on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and ask for your understanding in advance. System Maintenance Date and Time Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 7:00 – 9:00 a.m. *Please note that the time may be slightly delayed depen […]
Takanaka Masayoshi’s classic albums are reissued now!
Masayoshi Takanaka, one of Japan’s leading super guitarists, highly acclaimed both in Japan and overseas has turned 53 years since his debut! His classic albums are remastered and released on color vinyl! His past reissues such as Rainbow Goblin and Brasilian Skies were sold out quickly and are already rare now. Before the reissues this time are gone and get rare, don’t miss the chance to stock copies for your stores! Titles Seychelles (LP, blue vinyl) – UPJY-9433 Takanaka (LP, […]
We wholesale new Japanese vinyl!
Face Records carries new Japanese vinyl in addition to a large selection of secondhand vinyl that we wholesale. Due to the language barrier or the high minimum order quantity, it may occasionally be challenging for stores outside of Japan to stock new Japanese vinyl. No worry, we have fair minimum order quantities and English-speaking customer support. The popular and available products we now carry are listed below. Please sign up for our service or get in touch with us if you are int […]
What Music Can You Get On Japanese Vinyl?
If you’re about to purchase Japanese vinyl, which genre comes to mind first? Audiophiles tend to lean towards the Japanese pressing of rock and jazz music. However, other genres such as soul/funk, Japanese jazz, and city pop are attracting new buyers. As Japanese record collectors tend to have an eclectic taste in music, the amount of Western music available on Japanese vinyl is endless. From Queen, Pink Floyd, David Bowie, Stevie Wonder, Miles Davis, Bob Marley, Run DMC, etc. Fac […]