Treasure Hunting at Disk Union Shinjuku: The Ultimate Quest for Oasis & UK Rock Vinyl

Rare UK original 3LP vinyl of Oasis' 'Familiar to Millions' priced at 89,850 yen on a store shelf

This is CityNomix.   When the digital noise of marketing analytics gets too loud, or when I simply need to reconnect with my roots, I walk. My feet often lead me to a specific sanctuary in the heart of Tokyo’s most chaotic district.   Disk Union Shinjuku.   For vinyl collectors worldwide, Tokyo is a Continue reading “Treasure Hunting at Disk Union Shinjuku: The Ultimate Quest for Oasis & UK Rock Vinyl”

The “Oasis Reunion Bubble” at Tower Records Shibuya: A Look at ¥50,000+ Vinyl and the Surging Prices of Vintage Cassettes

UK original 12-inch vinyl record of Oasis's Whatever on a shelf with a price tag.

Hello, this is CityNomix. When I’m not crunching numbers in the digital marketing world, I’m out walking the streets, trying to capture the raw energy of the city. This time, I paid a visit to a sanctuary for music lovers worldwide: Tower Records Shibuya.   My mission was simple. I wanted to see how the Continue reading “The “Oasis Reunion Bubble” at Tower Records Shibuya: A Look at ¥50,000+ Vinyl and the Surging Prices of Vintage Cassettes”

The Ultimate Tokyo Vinyl & Cassette Hunting Guide: Digging Deep in Shibuya, Ochanomizu, and Beyond

Cover art of The 1975's 'Sex EP' 12-inch vinyl record, featuring a black and white image of crumpled sheets with a price sticker in the corner.

Introduction: Diving into the Analog Ocean of Tokyo This is CityNomix. In my daily life in digital marketing, I constantly wrestle with rows of numbers, data, and KPIs. For me, weekend “digging” is like a deep breath for the soul. In an age where magic like Spotify and Apple Music grants us instant access to Continue reading “The Ultimate Tokyo Vinyl & Cassette Hunting Guide: Digging Deep in Shibuya, Ochanomizu, and Beyond”

Punk Roots in Tokyo: Hunting Rare Beastie Boys Vinyl EPs and Singles

Cover art of the Beastie Boys' 'Gratitude' 12-inch vinyl record featuring a black and white contact sheet design, sitting in a record store bin.

This is CityNomix. While I spend my weekdays analyzing data in the digital marketing world, my weekends are dedicated to seeking out “noise.” Good noise, that is. Today, I’m taking you to Ochanomizu, Tokyo, to report on a vinyl hunt that uncovered a specific kind of beautiful noise: the hardcore punk roots of the Beastie Continue reading “Punk Roots in Tokyo: Hunting Rare Beastie Boys Vinyl EPs and Singles”

Seeking Jamiroquai’s Roots: The Value of “Emergency On Planet Earth” UK Pressing in Japan

Vinyl record cover of Jamiroquai's 1993 debut album 'Emergency On Planet Earth', featuring a black silhouette of the Buffalo Man on a white background with a price sticker in the top right corner.

Tokyo, specifically the Ochanomizu district, is often cited as a battleground for vinyl collectors. For a digital marketer like myself, who spends days analyzing data on screens, physical record hunting is a necessary detox. It is a tactile experience that connects the soul to the music.   On a crisp February evening in 2026, I Continue reading “Seeking Jamiroquai’s Roots: The Value of “Emergency On Planet Earth” UK Pressing in Japan”

From Burnage to The 1975: An Oasis Fan’s Journey into Manchester’s Modern Sound. Discovering the Four Essential EPs at Disk Union.

12-inch vinyl record of The 1975's 'IV' EP displayed in a record store bin

When you think of Manchester, you think of grey skies, red bricks, and the raw, unpolished roar of working-class guitar music. Growing up worshipping the altar of the 90s, my musical landscape was dominated by the Gallagher brothers. To me, “Manchester music” meant Oasis, The Stone Roses, and The Smiths. Anything that came after—especially bands Continue reading “From Burnage to The 1975: An Oasis Fan’s Journey into Manchester’s Modern Sound. Discovering the Four Essential EPs at Disk Union.”

Ochanomizu Dig Revisited: From Cardiff 1996 to Cardiff 2024. A Timeless Oasis Journey & The Rare Vinyl I Left Behind

Back cover of the CD

This is CityNomix.   Ochanomizu, Tokyo. This neighborhood possesses a unique magnetic field. Descending the slope lined with musical instrument stores, where the scent of old books from the antiquarian district mingles in the air, lies a sanctuary that inevitably pulls us music lovers in.   I am talking, of course, about Disk Union Ochanomizu. Continue reading “Ochanomizu Dig Revisited: From Cardiff 1996 to Cardiff 2024. A Timeless Oasis Journey & The Rare Vinyl I Left Behind”

Oasis at Tokyo Dome Day 2 Review: An Unforgettable Night of Tears, Cheers, and a Brotherly Hug

A person holding a guitar and another person embracing tightly on a stage bathed in purple light.

An Emotional Rollercoaster: My Oasis Tokyo Dome Day 2 Review Let me begin with a confession. I must apologize in advance. My account of last night is fragmented, blurry at best. The reason is simple: I spent most of it in tears. If this report contains any inaccuracies or emotional exaggerations, please forgive me. It’s Continue reading “Oasis at Tokyo Dome Day 2 Review: An Unforgettable Night of Tears, Cheers, and a Brotherly Hug”

Oasis in Tokyo: After 16 Years, a Legendary Night of Hope at the Tokyo Dome

The stage at a Liam Gallagher concert. A giant screen shows a close-up of Liam's face with sunglasses as the band performs. The 'Oasis' logo is visible above the stage. The audience is enthusiastically holding up their smartphones.

Oasis in Tokyo: After 16 Years, the Wait is Finally Over October 25, 2025. Tokyo Dome. How long have I waited for this day? It wasn’t just a date on a calendar. It was the return of my youth, my compass, my comrades-in-arms through tough times. It was the day Oasis came back to Japan Continue reading “Oasis in Tokyo: After 16 Years, a Legendary Night of Hope at the Tokyo Dome”

Oasis Fan Store Tokyo Review: Exclusive Merch, a Secret Pub, and a Britpop Takeover in Shibuya

A glass of beer with the 'oasis live '25' logo on a wooden table. In the background, a corrugated metal wall is decorated with several posters of the rock band Oasis.

We’ve Been Waiting: A Britpop Pilgrimage to the Oasis Fan Store in Tokyo October 2025, Tokyo. Walk through the electric streets of Shibuya, and you’ll see them everywhere. Liam and Noel Gallagher. The brothers we’ve been waiting for. Oasis is back in town. Or, more accurately, the palpable, feverish anticipation of their return has completely Continue reading “Oasis Fan Store Tokyo Review: Exclusive Merch, a Secret Pub, and a Britpop Takeover in Shibuya”