HMV Record Shop Shibuya Guide: Used Vinyl, Cassettes & the Oasis Hunt (2026)

A 12-inch record of Oasis's 'Little by Little / She is Love' with its distinctive blue cover, sitting on a shelf in the indie/alternative section of a record store.

Note: HMV Record Shop Shibuya is a permanent store and remains one of Tokyo’s best used-vinyl spots. Since the Live ’27 announcement (September 2026), Oasis records are hotter than ever. This is a first-hand digging report: the Oasis section, cassettes, prices and practical tips for your Tokyo hunt. For how heated the market has become, Continue reading “HMV Record Shop Shibuya Guide: Used Vinyl, Cassettes & the Oasis Hunt (2026)”

Finding Authentic Rock ‘n’ Roll: My Journey to Third Man Records London in SOHO

Yellow exterior of Third Man Records

Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. My work in digital marketing often takes me exploring cities, both at home and abroad, where I love to uncover local culture. Today, I’m excited to share my experience visiting a place deeply connected to my musical roots: Third Man Records London, the London outpost of the label founded Continue reading “Finding Authentic Rock ‘n’ Roll: My Journey to Third Man Records London in SOHO”

Phonica Records: A Soho Vinyl Haven for Dance Music & Rare Cassettes in London

Exterior of Phonica Records on Poland Street in Soho, London.

A Beacon for Music Explorers in the Bustle of Soho Hello, I’m CityNomix. Stepping away from the digital marketing hustle, I immerse myself in the pulse of the streets. This time, my journey led me to Poland Street in London’s vibrant Soho district. It was just after 6 PM on November 17, 2024, under a Continue reading “Phonica Records: A Soho Vinyl Haven for Dance Music & Rare Cassettes in London”

Vinyl & Vibes: My Cassette Tape Treasure Hunt at Tower Records Shibuya

New cassette tape section at Tower Records Shibuya

From Shibuya Scramble to Sonic Sanctuary: The Allure of Tower Records Today’s meeting in Shibuya wrapped up, leaving me with that pleasant hum of accomplishment. Whenever I’m in this vibrant part of Tokyo, one destination invariably calls to me: Tower Records Shibuya. For countless music aficionados, this isn’t just another record store. It’s a sanctuary Continue reading “Vinyl & Vibes: My Cassette Tape Treasure Hunt at Tower Records Shibuya”

Rediscovering Sound: My Journey into the World of Cassette Tapes at Waltz, Nakameguro

Walts sign - Nakameguro cassette tape specialty store

Prologue: The Return to Cassette Tapes and an Encounter with Waltz In an era dominated by the digital wave, don’t you sometimes yearn for the warmth of analog? My renewed fascination with mixtapes, and subsequently cassette tapes, was sparked by the worldview of the fashion brand C.E. The Walkman I cherished in my student days Continue reading “Rediscovering Sound: My Journey into the World of Cassette Tapes at Waltz, Nakameguro”