Tokyo · Shibuya · Japan

HMV Record Shop Shibuya

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moderate

9/10

best: afternoon, evening

contemplative, energetic

A local would say...

Hidden in this maze of vinyl are original pressings of legendary Japanese city-pop albums that inspired the global revival movement.

You'll lose hours digging through 80,000 vinyl records spread across multiple floors in this vinyl paradise tucked away in Udagawacho. The basement is where magic happens - rare Japanese city-pop gems sit alongside soul classics and underground rock treasures that you won't find anywhere else. Staff recommendations are pure gold, and the listening stations let you sample before you splurge. This isn't just shopping; it's archaeological excavation for your ears.