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Quick Vinyl Digging in Shibuya: Finding an Oasis Miracle at the New RECOfan

2026年5月19日2026年5月6日 by CityNomix

Inside RECOfan store with rows of vinyl.

The Evolving Streets of Shibuya and the Unchanging Passion for Digging Today, I had an important business dinner scheduled near Shibuya Stream, allowing me to arrive in the city slightly early. Even with limited spare time, breathing in the dynamic atmosphere of Shibuya—the absolute frontline of culture—naturally pulls my feet toward a record shop. Although Continue reading “Quick Vinyl Digging in Shibuya: Finding an Oasis Miracle at the New RECOfan”

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

2026年5月2日2026年2月14日 by CityNomix

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.

🎵 Vinyl Hunters: Why You Should Stay in Central Tokyo Ochanomizu and Shibuya are Tokyo’s vinyl havens — but records are HEAVY. Lugging your finds across town between shops is exhausting. Stay near the action. Editor’s pick: Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu sits directly above Shibuya Station. Disk Union, Manhattan Records, HMV Record Shop, and Tower Continue reading “The Ultimate Tokyo Vinyl & Cassette Hunting Guide: Digging Deep in Shibuya, Ochanomizu, and Beyond”

Oasis Vinyl Hunting in London: Spotting a £500 Gem at Reckless Records Soho

2026年5月6日2025年11月24日 by CityNomix

A signed, limited edition 7-inch record by Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, displayed in a record store rack with a £500 price tag.

November 24, 2025. The historic Oasis reunion world tour, which swept the globe into a frenzy of nostalgia and rock ‘n’ roll euphoria, finally concluded last night. As the London music scene—and indeed the world—nurses a collective post-tour hangover, I find myself thinking back to a chilly evening earlier this month in Soho. I’m CityNomix. Continue reading “Oasis Vinyl Hunting in London: Spotting a £500 Gem at Reckless Records Soho”

Notting Hill’s Beacon: Unearthing Treasures at Music & Video Exchange on My London Music Journey

2025年10月14日2025年6月16日 by CityNomix

Red sign of Music & Video Exchange, a second-hand record and CD store in Notting Hill.

The Bustle and Quiet of Notting Hill, and the Unwavering Pull of Music & Video Exchange Notting Hill, London. For many, the name evokes images of colorful terraced houses, the vibrant Portobello Market, and romantic scenes from the eponymous film. However, for me, CityNomix, this neighborhood holds an even deeper significance. Ever since my student Continue reading “Notting Hill’s Beacon: Unearthing Treasures at Music & Video Exchange on My London Music Journey”