{"title":"Masayoshi Takanaka (劉 正義)","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"natsu-zen-kai","title":"夏・全・開 (Natsu Zen Kai)","description":"\u003cp\u003e夏・全・開 (Natsu Zen Kai) is an album by the \u003ca title=\"Japanese Music\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/japanese\"\u003eJapanese\u003c\/a\u003e guitarist and musician Masayoshi \u003ca title=\"Takanaka\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka\"\u003eTakanaka\u003c\/a\u003e, released in 1982. The title translates to \"Summer Fully Open\" in English, suggesting a theme of embracing the spirit and energy of summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe album is known for its fusion of various musical genres, including \u003ca title=\"Jazz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/jazz\"\u003ejazz\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Funk \/ Soul\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/funk-soul\"\u003efunk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Pop\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/pop\"\u003epop\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca title=\"Rock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/rock\"\u003erock\u003c\/a\u003e, which is characteristic of Takanaka's style. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe loading=\"lazy\" height=\"352\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/1amISkdWujGVaDuLJPfDt9?utm_source=generator\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46524693479745,"sku":"28MS 0060","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_Natsu_Zen_Kai_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1743720139"},{"product_id":"takanaka","title":"Takanaka (PRE-ORDER)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREISSUE DATE: \u003c\/strong\u003eNovember '26\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e53 years after his debut! The popular works of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Masayoshi+Takanaka\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" title=\"Takanaka\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka\u003c\/a\u003e, one of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/japanese\" title=\"Japan\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/a\u003e's leading super-guitarists, remastered and released on color vinyl! Remastered and cut by Alex Wharton at Abbey Road Studios, London, using high-resolution recordings from the original master tapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe loading=\"lazy\" height=\"352\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/6yFKbGAkjgnjQjfttbCAkW?utm_source=generator\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49578862641473,"sku":"UPJY-9434","price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/VinylRecordPSDMockUp-Recovered-Recovered_5bc7d498-b7ab-4abc-869f-765ac4433007.jpg?v=1776373912"},{"product_id":"alone","title":"Alone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Japanese Music\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/japanese\"\u003eJapanese\u003c\/a\u003e guitarist and musician \u003ca title=\"Takanaka\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka's\u003c\/a\u003e eighth studio album, Alone, released in December 1981, highlights his distinctive jazz-fusion style, blending \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Jazz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/jazz\"\u003ejazz\u003c\/a\u003e-funk, electronic elements, and subtle \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"City Pop\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/city-pop-genre\"\u003eCity Pop\u003c\/a\u003e influences. The album features a mix of lively, groove-rich instrumentals with electric energy alongside more atmospheric, introspective tracks. Alone is a well-crafted fusion record, driven by Takanaka’s exceptional guitar skills and polished production. Perfect for listeners who appreciate technically proficient, guitar-centered jazz-funk with expressive yet approachable arrangements. While not his most innovative work, it remains one of his most consistently captivating albums, showcasing Hendrix-like guitar expressiveness and vibrant, expertly produced grooves that suit both active listening and relaxed ambiance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe loading=\"lazy\" height=\"152\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/2STqHmVmLgVTMzmp8dFVfO?utm_source=generator\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50647218127169,"sku":"28MK0025","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_Alone_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1752978032"},{"product_id":"jolly-jive","title":"Jolly Jive","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-product-details__short-description\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Masayoshi+Takanaka\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka\u003c\/a\u003e’s fifth studio album marks a definitive dive into tropical fusion, highlighted by standout tracks like “BLUE LAGOON,” a major hit famously featured in a Pioneer commercial. The album also includes “RADIO RIO,” featuring \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/ryuichi-sakamoto?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=+Ryuichi+Sakamoto\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eRyuichi Sakamoto, \u003c\/a\u003e“Parallel Turn,” which highlights Takanaka’s vocal talents, and the emotionally resonant guitar work on “RAINY DAY BLUE.” This release is a pivotal work in Takanaka’s catalog, showcasing his evolving artistry within the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe loading=\"lazy\" height=\"152\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/6aAnzsoUm9qr7CShsQVO6Q?utm_source=generator\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\" data-testid=\"embed-iframe\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50939156595009,"sku":"MKF 1055","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_-_Jolly_Jive_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1761614265"},{"product_id":"finger-dancin","title":"Finger Dancin'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka\" title=\"Takanaka\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka's\u003c\/a\u003e Finger Dancin' arrived in September 1980 as a compact yet sophisticated EP that distills the essence of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/jazz\" title=\"Jazz\"\u003ejazz\u003c\/a\u003e-fusion, \u003ca title=\"funk\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/funk-soul\"\u003efunk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/city-pop-genre\" title=\"City Pop\"\u003eCity Pop\u003c\/a\u003e into four meticulously crafted tracks. Spanning approximately 21 minutes, this mini-album showcases Takanaka's virtuosity across memorable compositions including \"Space Wagon,\" \"Plastic Tears,\" the eponymous title track, and \"Heart Ache.\" Each piece demonstrates the artist's command of genre-blending arrangements and melodic sensibility characteristic of early 1980s \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/japanese\" title=\"Japanese Music\"\u003eJapanese\u003c\/a\u003e popular music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-testid=\"embed-iframe\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/2bDpt0U4y6KAq3SYRV84Am?utm_source=generator\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50946009530689,"sku":"17GK7908","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_Finger_Dancin_Vinyl_EP.jpg?v=1783050298"},{"product_id":"t-wave","title":"T-Wave (Pre-Order)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREISSUE DATE: \u003c\/strong\u003eSeptember '26\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Masayoshi+Takanaka\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka\u003c\/a\u003e’s 1980 masterpiece T-Wave stands as a defining statement in jazz \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/fusion\" title=\"fusion\"\u003efusion\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/city-pop-genre\" title=\"city pop\"\u003ecity pop\u003c\/a\u003e, delivering an immersive sonic experience rooted in instrumental sophistication. Armed with his iconic surf-blue \"Lagoon S-type\" Stratocaster, Takanaka constructs an intricate tapestry of funk grooves, Latin percussion, and luminous melodic passages that evoke the essence of coastal escapism. Standout compositions such as \"Early Bird\" and \"My Secret Beach\" demonstrate his technical prowess and compositional finesse, while the album's meticulous production values ensure its timeless resonance. A quintessential entry point for those seeking intelligent, groove-oriented guitar-driven music that transcends genre boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-testid=\"embed-iframe\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/6JqDVPfy7XCXXP5NIRKTpF?utm_source=generator\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51260066791745,"sku":"UPJY9522","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_-_T-Wave_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1768291929"},{"product_id":"traumatic","title":"Traumatic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTraumatic is often celebrated as a vibrant, \u003cspan data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-wiz-uids=\"hIv6he_e\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"\u003eunder-appreciated gem\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003ca title=\"Masayoshi Takanaka’\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka-1\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka’\u003c\/a\u003es discography that successfully captures the energetic, synth-driven spirit of the mid-80s \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/japanese\" title=\"Japanese Music\"\u003eJapanese\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca title=\"fusion\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/fusion\"\u003efusion\u003c\/a\u003e scene. Recorded largely in New York City, the album sees Takanaka trade his earlier orchestral flourishes for a \u003cspan data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-wiz-uids=\"hIv6he_g\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"\u003emore electronic, \"urban\" sound\u003c\/span\u003e, blending\u003ca title=\"jazz-funk\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/jazz-funk\"\u003e jazz-funk\u003c\/a\u003e and synth-\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/pop\" title=\"Pop\"\u003epop\u003c\/a\u003e with playful collaborations from rappers and iconic vocalists like Yumi Matsutoya. While some listeners find the era-specific vocal \"cheese\" a bit cloying, tracks like the iconic \"Nagisa Moderato\" and the guest-heavy \"China\" stand as \u003cspan data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-wiz-uids=\"hIv6he_k\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"\u003ephenomenal high points\u003c\/span\u003e that showcase his restrained yet virtuosic guitar work. Ultimately, the record is a \u003cspan data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-wiz-uids=\"hIv6he_m\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"\u003ejoyous, melodic journey\u003c\/span\u003e that remains a essential listen for those looking to explore the more \"\u003ca title=\"City Pop\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/city-pop-genre\"\u003eCity Pop\u003c\/a\u003e\" side of Takanaka’s legendary career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe loading=\"lazy\" height=\"152\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/1thy3ivJjB38MqujCp731G?utm_source=generator\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\" data-testid=\"embed-iframe\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51482157613377,"sku":"WTP-90340","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_Traumatic_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1773377776"},{"product_id":"jungle-jane","title":"Jungle Jane","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eJungle Jane \u003c\/em\u003eis a high-octane, neon-soaked peak of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka\" title=\"Takanaka\"\u003eTakanaka\u003c\/a\u003e’s mid-80s \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\"resort pop\"\u003c\/strong\u003e phase, trading the laid-back surf vibes of his youth for a polished, high-budget \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eAOR and synth-funk\u003c\/strong\u003e sound. Recorded with a powerhouse New York session crew, the album is famously front-loaded with the massive hit \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\"Sereibu\"\u003c\/strong\u003e (the \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eBlue Lagoon\u003c\/em\u003e of the 80s) and features a dizzying mix of tropical percussion, Fairlight programmed drums, and Takanaka’s signature \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003elyrical guitar lines\u003c\/strong\u003e. While the heavy use of gated reverb and digital synths makes it a quintessential time capsule of 1986, the songwriting remains incredibly tight, blending the technical precision of fusion with the accessible, danceable energy of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/city-pop-genre\" title=\"City Pop\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eCity Pop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. It’s the ultimate \"driving along the coast at night\" record—flashy, expensive-sounding, and relentlessly optimistic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe data-testid=\"embed-iframe\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/0st3jmmG8JrlYmfO0KCYzN?utm_source=generator\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51482186940737,"sku":"WTP-90411","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_Jungle_Jane_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1773380521"},{"product_id":"horizon-dream-vol-2","title":"Horizon Dream Vol. 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHorizon Dream Vol. 2\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e is a \u003c!--qkimaf S4M0Vb_o\/HugV6--\u003e\u003c!--cqw1tb S4M0Vb_o\/HugV6--\u003e1982 Japanese \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/city-pop-genre\" title=\"City Pop\"\u003eCity Pop\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/fusion\" title=\"jazz-fusion\"\u003ejazz-fusion\u003c\/a\u003e compilation\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e released by Kitty Records. It features tracks by \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Takanaka\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka\u003c\/a\u003e alongside jazz-funk group Carioca and keyboardist Izumi Kobayashi. The record remains a highly sought-after vinyl import among fusion fans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51483786150209,"sku":"25MS 0003","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/MockUpcopy-Recovered-Recovered-Recovered-Recovered_70441da0-7d7e-4ed1-a55f-f21faa7188bf.jpg?v=1783050583"},{"product_id":"super-takanaka-live-pre-order","title":"Super Takanaka Live! (Pre-Order)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREISSUE DATE: \u003c\/strong\u003eSeptember '26\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSuper Takanaka Live! is a highly acclaimed 1980 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/live\" title=\"live\"\u003elive\u003c\/a\u003e album from Japanese jazz-\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/fusion\" title=\"fusion\"\u003efusion\u003c\/a\u003e guitarist \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Masayoshi+Takanaka\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka,\u003c\/a\u003e celebrated for its energetic performances, tight musicianship, and iconic performances of hits like \"\u003cspan data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-wiz-uids=\"iAi5Fe_l\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eBlue Lagoon\u003c\/span\u003e\" and \"\u003cspan data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-wiz-uids=\"iAi5Fe_n\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eReady to Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\". Often cited as one of his best performances, it features a blend of fast-paced fusion, Latin-inspired grooves, and smooth \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/city-pop-genre\" title=\"city pop\"\u003ecity pop\u003c\/a\u003e vibes, making it a must-have for fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-testid=\"embed-iframe\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/6WwX02TEv7HnFZfHS97qBL?utm_source=generator\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51639601660225,"sku":"UPJY-9436","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Super_Takanaka_Live_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1783054672"},{"product_id":"takanaka-super-best-live-2023-ultraseven-t","title":"TAKANAKA SUPER BEST LIVE 2023 ULTRASEVEN-T (PRE-ORDER)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis will be available from May 8th\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka-1\" title=\"Masayoshi Takanaka\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka\u003c\/a\u003e's legendary analog record, previously only available at the L.A. concert venue, has finally arrived!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eExtremely limited stock, one per person, Australian residents only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka-1\" title=\"Masayoshi Takanaka\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka\u003c\/a\u003e, who turned 70 in 2023, celebrates his 70th birthday anniversary this year with an \"ALL TIME BEST\" compilation summarising his career to date. 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Themed around a fictional DJ radio station broadcast, it features voiceover introductions by DJ George Fujitani that seamlessly transition between Takanaka's mid-80s city pop, jazz-funk, and tropical fusion tracks. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51828839678273,"sku":"RT285062","price":135.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_-_Sweet_Noiz_Magic_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1783050043"},{"product_id":"super-selection","title":"Super Selection","description":"\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgIEAA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eSuper Selection stands as a rare 8-track compilation capturing the artistry of legendary Japanese \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/fusion\" title=\"jazz-fusion\"\u003ejazz-fusion\u003c\/a\u003e guitarist \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka\" title=\"Masayoshi Takanaka\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka\u003c\/a\u003e. Released in 1981 by Victor Musical Industries on the Invitation label, this collection draws from his work with fusion ensemble Sadistics. A quintessential snapshot of late-70s and early-80s Japanese fusion, the record blends funk, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/city-pop-genre\" title=\"city pop\"\u003ecity pop\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/brazil\" title=\"Brazilian\"\u003eBrazilian\u003c\/a\u003e influences into a cohesive whole. 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Produced by Narada Michael Walden with dynamic contributions from Sheila E. and T.M. Stevens, *Saudade* captures a warm, tropical atmosphere that feels like a musical getaway. Standout tracks like \"Breakin' Loose\" and \"Manifestation\" deliver infectious energy, making this underrated gem essential listening for fusion enthusiasts and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-testid=\"embed-iframe\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/5zyFBPO7dWfVLFoorrLDcX?utm_source=generator\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51836145336641,"sku":"28MS 0015","price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_-_Saudade_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1772248358"},{"product_id":"horizon-dream","title":"Horizon Dream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHorizon Dream stands as a landmark 1981 Japanese \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/city-pop-genre\" title=\"City Pop\"\u003eCity Pop\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/fusion\" title=\"jazz-fusion\"\u003ejazz-fusion\u003c\/a\u003e compilation, spotlighting the virtuosic guitarist \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Takanaka\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka\u003c\/a\u003e alongside \u003ca title=\"Jun Fukamachi\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/jun-fukamachi\"\u003eJun Fukamachi\u003c\/a\u003e and Carioca. This budget-conscious collection curates Takanaka's finest moments from rare, earlier releases—including An Insatiable High and Seychelles—paired with essential tracks from fellow Kitty Records artists. An ideal gateway for jazz-fusion enthusiasts seeking to explore the Japanese scene's most inventive period without hunting down scarce originals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51836155494721,"sku":"25MK 9001","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_Horizon_Dream_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1783055702"},{"product_id":"super-takanaka-live","title":"Super Takanaka Live!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSuper Takanaka Live! is a highly acclaimed 1980 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/live\" title=\"live\"\u003elive\u003c\/a\u003e album from Japanese jazz-\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/fusion\" title=\"fusion\"\u003efusion\u003c\/a\u003e guitarist \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/takanaka-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Masayoshi+Takanaka\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka,\u003c\/a\u003e celebrated for its energetic performances, tight musicianship, and iconic performances of hits like \"\u003cspan data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-wiz-uids=\"iAi5Fe_l\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eBlue Lagoon\u003c\/span\u003e\" and \"\u003cspan data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-wiz-uids=\"iAi5Fe_n\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eReady to Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\". Often cited as one of his best performances, it features a blend of fast-paced fusion, Latin-inspired grooves, and smooth \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/city-pop-genre\" title=\"city pop\"\u003ecity pop\u003c\/a\u003e vibes, making it a must-have for fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-testid=\"embed-iframe\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/6WwX02TEv7HnFZfHS97qBL?utm_source=generator\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51917943275841,"sku":"MKF 1058","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/2773\/files\/Masayoshi_Takanaka_-_Super_Takanaka_Live_Vinyl_LP.jpg?v=1783054780"},{"product_id":"cha-cha-me","title":"Cha Cha Me","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/masayoshi-takanaka\" title=\"Masayoshi Takanaka\"\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka\u003c\/a\u003e leads this dynamic session project, delivering West Coast rock with funky \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ohjeanrecords.com\/collections\/fusion\" title=\"fusion\"\u003efusion\u003c\/a\u003e energy. 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