Music First presents: GUIDE TO 31 NAGOYA RECORD STORES

 2 Recommended Routes for Nagoya Record Store Tours! 　

Nice to meet you, my name is M from Music First.
I work as a staff member at a record store, and probably just like you, I love records and CDs! I love visiting record stores!
Living in Nagoya and visiting record stores in the city on a daily basis, I found (unintelligibly) that my experience might be helpful to record diggers outside of Nagoya (of course including overseas travelers), and that’s what prompted me to write this column. 

We want more people to know about the charm, fun, and existence of Nagoya’s record stores, so in this column we’ve introduced the unique features of each store, while also making it easy for people who are unfamiliar with Nagoya’s subway system, distances, and travel times to get around.

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Considering actual time constraints, it’s tough to visit all the stores in one day, so
I’ve come up with two routes, taking into account subway lines and travel distances.

Route A = Nagoya Station → Sakae → Osu

Route B = Nagoya Station → Higashiyama Line Tour

Since everyone has different favorite genres and desired records, you can check out each store’s unique features and details.
You could start with the route that has more stores you’re likely to enjoy, or try one route this time and the other next time (though I’d be thrilled if you could visit both on different days!).
Note that these routes are designed for walking and subway travel, not by car. If you’re driving, feel free to use your navigation system to hit up any stores that catch your interest!

・“Tokyo Edition” is here (IN JAPANESE)
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・“Kyoto Edition” is here (IN JAPANESE)
・Extra Edition: “Nagoya Record Store Tour in 2010” is here (IN JAPANESE)

※Walking times from the nearest station are based on Google Maps, and store details are sourced from information published on their websites. I plan to update the information as needed.

　Recommended Nagoya Record Store Tour Route A 　
<Nagoya Station → Sakae → Osu>

Start at Nagoya Station (also called Meieki)!
Since “Banana Record Meieki Store” opens at 11 AM, it’s best  to grab lunch or brunch beforehand!

If you’re coming by train from the east area, going in reverse order—Osu → Sakae → Nagoya Station —is totally fine too.

【 Nagoya Station 】

Banana Record Meieki Store

A must-visit store when you’re in Nagoya Station. Well-balanced selection across all genres.
It’s been operating in this area for a long time, and many Japanese people even not living in Nagoya are familiar with it.
The staff’s recommended records in front of the register are always a treat.

• Address = Hokuto Building 2F, 4-4-17 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Nagoya Station (Exit 7, 4-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 11:00 – 20:00 (No regular holidays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / No　New CDs / No　
• Special Features = All genres, strong in Classical Music
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

Little Tree Coffee (Books & Records Store)

A stylish, relaxing café where you can enjoy delicious coffee while browsing a wide selection of used books.
The record selection is small but carefully curated, perfect for DJs and rare groove enthusiasts.
I recommend starting your record store tour with a morning meal here.
(Record sales seem to be irregular, so check their SNS beforehand.)

• Address = 2-7-3 Noritake-Shinmachi, Nishi-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Nagoya Station (Exit 2, 16-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = Mon, Thu, Fri: 9:00-11:30/15:00-17:00; Sat, Sun, Holidays: 9:00-17:00 (Closed Tue & Wed) *Check online for business hours
• Available Items = Used Records / Small quantity　Used CDs / No　New Records / No　New CDs / No　
• Special Features = Café, used books, and record store; Rare Groove, Club Music, useful records for DJ
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

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Now, let’s hop on the Higashiyama Line and head to Nagoya’s biggest downtown area, “Sakae”!
After Sakae, we’ll head south to “Osu,” where you’ll find a lot of record shops scattered around.
Pick the stores you want to visit while battling the clock!

【 Sakae 】

Disk Union Nagoya

Disk Union is a major record store chain centered in Tokyo, and this is their Nagoya branch.
In Japan it’s hard to imagine any record enthusiast who hasn’t been helped by this store.
With an overwhelming selection across all genres, this is an absolute must-visit for Nagoya record store tours.

• Address = Sakae East Building 2F, 4-2-7 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Sakae Station (Exit 12, 3-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 11:00 – 20:00 (No regular holidays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / Yes　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = All genres, strong in out-of-print & original records, frequent sales, large inventory
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

FACE RECORDS NAGOYA

After a stint as a pop-up store at “Lachic,” it moved to Chunichi Building in April 2024.
With locations in Tokyo, Sapporo, and even New York, they also have a store in Kyoto in the Kansai region.
Their extensive selection appeals to both enthusiasts and beginners alike.

• Address = Chunichi Building 2F, 4-1-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Sakae Station (Directly connected via sakaechika, the underground shopping arcade)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 11:00 – 20:00 (Closed based on commercial facility schedule)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / No　New Records / Small quantity　New CDs / No　
• Special Features = All genres, stylish ambiance and selection, strong in Japanese Music & City Pop
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

HMV SAKAE

While the selection is small, they carry new LPs and singles by recent artists.
Also rich in city pop, light mellow, and Japanese music.
It’s great to be able to buy HMV-exclusive records in-store.

• Address = Sakae NOVA B1F, 3-4-5 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Sakae Station (Sakaechika Exit 7, 1-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 10:00 – 21:00 (Closed based on commercial facility schedule)
• Available Items = Used Records / No　Used CDs / No　New Records / Small quantity　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = New items only, City Pop & Japanese Music, exclusive LPs
• SNS = X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

BOOKOFF SUPER BAZAAR SAKAE SKYLE STORE

In recent years, BOOKOFF has increased its record inventory, and this store is no exception.
A must-check for HARD OFF diggers and treasure hunters.
If you dig deep, you’ll find an unexpected amount of out-of-print CDs.

• Address = SAKAE SKYLE 8F, 3-4-5 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Sakae Station (Sakaechika Exit 7, 1-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 10:00 – 21:00 (Closed based on commercial facility schedule)
• Available Items = Used Records / Small quantity　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / No　New CDs / No　
• Special Features = Must-check for HARDOFF diggers and treasure hunters, rich in used CDs,  Books and Mangas
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

Son of Three Sounds

A legendary rock record store that Nagoya is proud of. SSW, swamp, and more—
Old rock fans will be thrilled with the abundance of out-of-print LPs.
Jazz fans should definitely check it out too. They hold sales a few times a year.

• Address = Asukai Building 2F, 3-9-10 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Sakae Station (Sakaechika Exit 8, 5-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 12:00 – 20:00 (Closed Thursdays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / No　New Records / Small quantity　New CDs / No　
• Special Features = Legendary record store, strong in 60s-70s Rock and Jazz, out-of-print & original records
• SNS = None
• Website here
  
  

OUTRECORD

A bar-style store, but a hidden gem for rare groove and world music lovers, as well as DJs.
It’s a must-visit for diggers. The handwritten comments are great.
They’ve recently started carrying new LPs, and their selections are spot-on and fantastic.

• Address = Midoriya Building 3F, 3-11-18 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Sakae Station (Sakaechika Exit 8, 9-minute walk) or  Yaba-cho Station (Exit 4, 11-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = Appears to be open only at night  Check their blog here
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / No　New Records / Small quantity　New CDs / Small quantity　
• Special Features = Bar & Record store, Rare Groove, World Music, useful records for DJ
• SNS = instagram
• Website here
  
  

MUSIC FIRST

Our store, specializing in used records and CDs across all genres.
The spacious store makes for stress-free digging.
We also carry audio equipment, instruments, DVD/Blu-rays and a rich selection of used books.

• Address = High-Like Sakae Heights 2F, 3-23-12 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Yaba-cho Station (Exit 4, 6-minute walk), Sakae Station (Sakaechika Exit 8, 9-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 11:00 – 20:00 (No regular holidays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / No　New CDs / No　
• Special Features = All genres, large inventory
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

PIGEON RECORDS

Specializing in house, techno, and black music, with a DJ-friendly selection.
Currently, you need to press “5-0-7” on the intercom to enter, but
It’s a must-visit for club/dance music enthusiasts and DJs.

• Address Address Address = Hishiya Building #507, 3-35-21 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Yaba-cho Station (Exit 4, 9-minute walk), Sakae Station (Sakaechika Exit 8, 12-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 14:00 – 21:00 (Closed Sundays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Small quantity　Used CDs / No　New Records / Yes　New CDs / Small quantity　
• Special Features = Focused on new Club/Dance Music and useful records for DJ
• SNS =  X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

OORUN (KALAKUTA)

Named likely after FELA KUTI’s “KALAKUTA SHOW.”
Not only does it offer deep world music, reggae, and black music as the name suggests,
It’s a hidden gem where East Japan DJs gather, covering all genres. They also carry miscellaneous goods and vintage clothing.

• Address = Sakae Nouraku Building 1F, 5-6-4 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Yaba-cho Station (Exit 1, 8-minute walk), Sakae Station (Exit 13, 10-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 20:00 – 1:00 (Closed Tue, Wed, Thu; *Check online for business hours)
• Available Items = Used Records / Small quantity　Used CDs / Small quantity　New Records / Small quantity?　New CDs / Small quantity?　
• Special Features = Bar & Record store, Rare Groove, World Music, useful records for DJ
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

TOWER RECORDS NAGOYA PARCO STORE

As same as other TOWER RECORDS shops, NAGOYA PARCO Store has a robust selection of new LPs by recent artists and classics.
They carry Record Store Day items, so new record collectors should definitely check it out.
They also offer reservations and in-store pickup for inventory transfers, which is a nice touch.

• Address = PARCO East Building 6F, 3-29-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Yaba-cho Station (Directly connected)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 10:00 – 21:00 (Closed based on commercial facility schedule)
• Available Items = Used Records / No　Used CDs / No　New Records / Yes　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = In-store new items only, rich in recent artists and Classic Records, strong in RSD items
• SNS = X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here

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Then, let’s head to “Osu,” a historic shopping district where you can enjoy everything from culture to gourmet food all day long.
A lot of record shops locate here too, so try not to get too distracted by delicious food (lol).
Take breaks as you go and explore.
It’s a bit of a walk from Osu, but if you can make it to “REALLY GOOD” near Higashi Betsuin Station, that’s ideal.

【 Osu 】

DISK HEAVEN

Nagoya’s proud sanctuary for heavy metal and hard rock.
From obscure metal to Japanese indie metal and prog rock,
Their selection is among the best in Japan. The lineup of collector’s CDs is sure to excite.

• Address = Ueda Building 2F, 2-2-3 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Osu Kannon Station (Exit 2, 3-minute walk), Kamimaezu Station (Exit 8, 10-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 11:00 – 20:00 (Closed Mondays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Small quantity　Used CDs / Small quantity　New Records / No　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = Heavy Metal & Hard Rock specialty store, rich in collector’s CDs
• SNS = X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

GRAPHPAPER NAGOYA

A concept store engaging all five senses, with a record section included.
Matching the store’s cool and stylish vibe, the selection is equally chic.
Don’t miss the rare city pop and club 12-inch records.

• Address = 2-6-15 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Osu Kannon Station (Exit 2, 5-minute walk), Kamimaezu Station (Exit 8, 8-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 12:00 – 20:00 (Closed Wednesdays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / No　New Records / No　New CDs / No　
• Special Features = Stylish ambiance and selection, strong in Japanese Music & City Pop
• SNS = instagram
• Website here
  
  

K-HOUSE

In addition to used records and CDs, they carry games, DVD/Blu-rays, and more.
They have a solid stock of 8cm (short) CDs which are recently reappreciated.
That impression of a toy box-like store sparks nostalgia.
Perfect for diggers who love scouring BOOKOFF and HARDOFF.

• Address = 3-11-28 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Osu Kannon Station (Exit 2, 9-minute walk), Kamimaezu Station (Exit 8, 5-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 11:00 – 18:00 (Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / No　New CDs / No　
• Special Features = All genres, rich in Video Games and Retro Goods
• SNS = X (formerly Twitter)
• No website
  
  

Banana Record Osu Store

Every record enthusiast in Nagoya knows this flashy yellow building—it’s Banana Record’s flagship store.
The largest Banana Record store, with an impressive selection across three floors, including strong jazz and classical sections.
The second floor, in particular, boasts one of Nagoya’s top black music collections.

• Address = 3-22-32 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Kamimaezu Station (Exit 8, 7-minute walk), Osu Kannon Station (Exit 2, 9-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 11:00 – 20:00 (No regular holidays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / Small quantity　New CDs / Small quantity　
• Special Features = All genres, large inventory, strong in Black Music
• SNS = instagram 1F　instagram 2F　X 1F (formerly Twitter)　X 2F (formerly Twitter)　X 3F (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

RECORDSHOP ZOO

An all-genre store with a strong punk and rock selection, featuring many clean copies and fast inventory turnover.
It’s a key person-like store in Nagoya’s indie scene that carries a rich selection of indie band releases from Nagoya and beyond. They likely have the best Record Store Day item selection in Nagoya.

• Address = Mizuno 2nd Building 2F, 2-30-19 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Osu Kannon Station (Exit 2, 6-minute walk), Kamimaezu Station (Exit 8, 6-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 11:00 – 21:00, Fridays until 23:00 (No regular holidays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / Yes　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = All genres, strong in Punk, strong in RSD items
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

RECORDSHOP FILE-UNDER

A haven for Tokai region alternative fans, specializing in indie rock, new wave, electronica, and noise.
This store’s unique sourcing results in a selection that might surpass major chains.
The comments make you want to buy, and the staff is happy to share his knowledge.

• Address = 2-28-14 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Osu Kannon Station (Exit 2, 5-minute walk), Kamimaezu Station (Exit 8, 7-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 12:00 – 20:00 (Closed Tue & Wed)
• Available Items = Used Records / No　Used CDs / No　New Records / Yes　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = Alternative specialty store, strong in niche Indie Rock
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

GREATEST HITS

A beloved and staple in Osu, often called “Grehi” with affection, and used as a filming location for media.
Strong in rare Japanese obi records, promo copies, and DJ-friendly black music.
They also have a great selection of new items you must check.
Their regular sales are a treat, and the second-floor permanent bargain floor is a digger’s paradise.

• Address = 2-27-26 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Osu Kannon Station (Exit 2, 5-minute walk), Kamimaezu Station (Exit 8, 8-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 11:00 – 20:00 (No regular holidays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / Small quantity　New CDs / Small quantity　
• Special Features = Legendary Record store, all genres, bargain floor on 2F
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

MARBLE RECORDS

Specializing in punk, hardcore, melodic hardcore, nu-metal, and rapcore—a top punk store in Nagoya.
They carry a lot of CDs and a limited quantity of LPs.  Punks will definitely get fired up digging here.

• Address = GION Building 2F, 2-1-10 Kamimaezu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Kamimaezu Station (Exit 4, 1-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 12:00 – 20:00 (Closed Wednesdays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Small quantity　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / Small quantity　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = Punk specialty store, rich in merchandise
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

REALLY GOOD

An all-genre store with a strong focus on classical music and jazz out-of-print and original records.
Their rock selection has grown in recent years, making it worth the walk from Osu.
They also handle open-reel tapes and offer record cleaning services.
And incidentally, they have a branch in Okazaki.

• Address = Ishibashi Building 2F, 1-27-6 Tachibana, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Kamimaezu Station (Exit 6, 7-minute walk), Higashi Betsuin Station (Exit 4, 6-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 12:00 – 19:00 (No regular holidays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / No　New CDs / No　
• Special Features = All genres, strong in Jazz & Classical, cleaning services available
• SNS = instagram　 X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

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How was Route A? Did you find the records you were looking for?
Next, I’ll introduce Route B, so please give it a try too!

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　Recommended Nagoya Record Store Tour Route B 　
Nagoya Station → Higashiyama Line Tour

Route B takes you to record stores along the Higashiyama Line (Nagoya Station and Sakae stores are covered in Route A, so they’re omitted here). These stores are just as unique and charming.
Whether you stop by Sakae is up to you, so below, I’ll introduce stores beyond Sakae in order of station stops.
I’ve included the nearest stations for reference.
By the way, it’s about a 10-minute walk from Sakae Station to the next stop, Shinsakae-Machi Station, so walking is an option.
Let’s go!

【 Shinsakae-Machi 】

Radio Days Records

An all-genre store with a strong selection of out-of-print and original records, gathered under a knowledgeable owner.
Their jazz selection is among the best in Nagoya,
A path from Disk Union to Radio Days is golden for jazz lovers (and vice versa).

• Address = Shine Building 2F, 1-6-3 Shinsakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Shinsakae-Machi Station (Exit 1, 4-minute walk), Sakae Station (Exit 12, 12-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 12:30 – 18:30? (Closed Tue & Wed, open on holidays) *Check online beforehand
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Small quantity　New Records / No　New CDs / No　
• Special Features = All genres, strong in 70s Rock & Jazz, out-of-print & original records
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website (blog) here
  
  

Devine Records

An all-genre store, but particularly strong in Japanese music and city pop, with a growing black music selection.
Their single record inventory is among the best in Nagoya, with rare singles, music cassettes, and 8cm short CDs in abundance.

• Address = 1-23-12 Aoi, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Shinsakae-Machi Station (Exit 2, 2-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 11:00 – 20:00, Sundays & Holidays 11:00 – 18:00 (Closed Tuesdays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / Small quantity　New CDs / Small quantity　
• Special Features = All genres, strong in Japanese Music & City Pop, rich in Singles and 8cm CDs
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website (blog) here
  
  

ROOTS LOUNGE

In a shy manner stepping into a corner of the apartment building, you can find there a record paradise.
This store is packed with all-genre records that ignite your digging spirit,
and particularly strong in 80s rock and synth-pop selections.

• Address = Yuni-buru Shinsakae #305, 1-26-10 Aoi, Higashi-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Shinsakae-Machi Station (Exit 2, 3-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = Sun-Thu: 12:00-20:00, Fri-Sat: 12:00-22:00 *Irregular holidays, check online beforehand
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / Small quantity　New CDs / Small quantity　
• Special Features = All genres, strong in 80s Rock & New Wave
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website (blog) here
  
  

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【 Imaike / Ikeshita 】

RECORD SHOP A-Z

I’m embarrassed to admit I haven’t visited yet, so the info below is based on online sources.
It seems to be a punk and hardcore specialty store with a focus on new items.
They appear to have irregular hours, so check online beforehand. I’ll update the info once I visit!

• Address = 5-28-22 Imaike, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Imaike Station (Exit 8, 8-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = Appears to be open mainly at night  Check here
• Available Items = Used Records / None?　Used CDs / None?　New Records / Yes　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = Punk specialty store
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

LION MUSIC DEN

Nagoya’s only reggae specialty store. Their selection is so comprehensive that makes me wonder they likely stock almost every new release.
Singles in particular are subdivided into very detailed categories by label.
The used reggae LPs are also of great quality.

• Address = Nakata Building 1G, 1-8-18 Ikeshita, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Imaike Station (Exit 4, 7-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 12:00 – 21:00 (Closed Wednesdays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Small quantity　Used CDs / None　New Records / Yes　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = Reggae specialty store
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

CAN BUY RECORD

A bar-style store with records, featuring recent artists that are hard to find used.
From psychedelia to post-punk and world music, their genre-agnostic, hidden gem selections are irresistible.

• Address = 2nd Wing Ohkute 2F, 5-20-2 Chikusa-dori, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 
• Nearest Station = Imaike Station (Exit 8, 10-minute walk), Fukiage Station (Exit 1, 5-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 18:00 – 24:00 (Closed Tuesdays and Thursdays) *Irregular holidays, check SNS beforehand
• Available Items = Used Records / Small quantity　Used CDs / None　New Records / None?　New CDs / None　
• Special Features = Bar & Record store, strong in niche Rock, useful Records for DJ
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• No website
  
  

HAIR & MUSIC PARLOUR FAM

An all-genre store with rare world music and obscure LPs that you don’t often come across.
The handwritten comments (in Japanese, though) make digging a joy, and you can take them home with your records for later reading while listening.

• Address = 1-12-10 Takami, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Ikeshita Station (Exit 1, 10-minute walk), Imaike Station (Exit 3, 12-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 1F record store: 10:00 – 20:00 (No regular holidays) *2F hair salon is by appointment only
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / None　New Records / None　New CDs / None　
• Special Features = All genres, stylish ambiance and selection, strong in World Music
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

【 Kakuozan 】

SORC

A 60s-70s rock out-of-print record store. You’ll be shocked to find niche, original obscure rock records that you’ve never seen before in real.
Old rock fans will be thrilled without a doubt. They also have a vintage clothing shop on-site.

• Address = Kakuozan Plaza 2F, 9-19 Kakuozan-dori, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Kakuozan Station (Exit 4, 2-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = Weekdays: 13:00 – 19:00, Sat-Sun: 11:00-19:00 (Closed Wed & Thu)
  Check here beforehand
• Available Items = Used Records / Yes　Used CDs / None　New Records / None　New CDs / None　
• Special Features = 60s-70s Rock specialty store, strong in out-of-print & original Records
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here

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【 Extra Edition / Seto Line – Shimizu 】

STIFF SLACK

Not part of the two main routes, but just a 3-minute ride from Sakae Station on the Seto Line to Shimizu Station.
A must-visit for alternative, post-rock, and electronica fans.
Mainly new LPs and CDs, but they’ve recently started carrying used items too.

• Address = 2-5-8 Shimizu, Kita-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Meitetsu Seto Line – Shimizu Station (Exit 2, 1-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 13:00 – 23:00 (Irregularly closed on Tuesdays)
• Available Items = Used Records / Small quantity　Used CDs / Yes　New Records / Yes　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = Strong in Alternative & Indie Rock, with a Live House on-site
• SNS = instagram　X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

【 Extra Edition / Seto Line – Ozone 】

WALTER’S JUKE

One of Aichi’s top blues specialty stores. They seem to focus on new records and CDs, with some used items.
Their website shows a selection that caters to hardcore listeners. Soul and funk are available too, so black music fans should check it out.

• Address = Yamazaki Corp 1F, 2-3-12 Kodeki, Higashi-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
• Nearest Station = Meitetsu Seto Line & Meijo Line – Ozone Station (South Exit, 15-minute walk)
• Business Hours & Regular Holidays = 15:00 – 20:00 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun), 18:00 – 20:00 (Thu)
• Available Items = Used Records / Small quantity　Used CDs / Small quantity　New Records / Yes　New CDs / Yes　
• Special Features = Blues specialty store
• SNS = X (formerly Twitter)
• Website here
  
  

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This is the end.
I’d be thrilled if this inspires you to visit Nagoya’s record stores or try a record shop tour.

Thank you for reading this long post to the end!