Tokyo Funk Diva

Discover Hitomi 'Penny' Tohyama's Tokyo Funk Diva 1981-1988, a landmark compilation bringing Japan's most captivating funk visionary to international ears. Raised between Okinawa and California, Penny forged a singular sound that electrified Tokyo's underground dance circuit throughout the decade. Expertly curated by Nick Luscombe from her celebrated Nippon Columbia catalogue and meticulously remastered, this is the first international presentation of her work—essential for collectors and newcomers alike.