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Record stores in Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo has 31 record stores in The Vinyl Vine directory, including B.Y.G, Bar Music, and Record Bar 33 1/3rpm and 28 more. You can dig in Dogenzaka, Ebisu, Ginza, and Harajuku. Stock leans toward rock, jazz, and electronic/techno.
Record store crawls in Tokyo
- Tokyo: Harajuku to Shibuya3 shops · Walkable · BIG LOVE's record-shop-and-bar mix in Harajuku, next records' hidden alley shop where…
- Shibuya Deep Dive4 shops · Walkable · Tower Records Shibuya, HMV Record Shop and Tower Vinyl around Udagawacho, then Beams…
- Shimokitazawa Crawl4 shops · Walkable · Tokyo's vintage-and-music neighbourhood: Flash Disc Ranch, Jet Set, Disk Union and Jazzy…
- Koenji Crawl3 shops · Walkable · Koenji's independent shops: Recordshop Base for punk and hardcore, Los Apson for synth…
- Tokyo: Shibuya to Ebisu Listening Bars7 shops · Walkable · Dogenzaka's Record Bar 33 1/3rpm, B.Y.G and Bar Music, The Music Bar -Cave Shibuya-…
- Tokyo: Shinjuku and Waseda After Dark4 shops · Walkable · BAR rpm's eight seats, Narcissus and its jazz records in Kabukicho, Bar Stereo in…
- Tokyo: Ginza Vinyl Bars2 shops · Walkable · Two Ginza vinyl bars: Bar Record, with its curated record-lover's atmosphere, and the…
- Tokyo: Shimokitazawa Late Night2 shops · Walkable · Two Shimokitazawa listening bars a few minutes apart: Little Soul Cafe for soul and…
31 record stores in Tokyo
B.Y.G
Three-floor Dogenzaka bar with an old-school interior and music played on Daitone loudspeakers, plus food and an English menu. The basement has space for live music.
Tip: Smoking is allowed inside, and reviewers say the sound is not hi-fi. Open every day from mid-afternoon to 2 AM.
2-chome-19-14 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan
Hours
Monday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM Bar Music
Fifth-floor Dogenzaka listening bar with an impressive vinyl and CD collection, a warm vintage sound system and a DJ who takes requests. Some of the records and CDs are for sale.
Tip: There is a 1,000 yen cover per person, and you may wait a few minutes outside before entering. Open every night, late on Fridays.
1-chome-6-7 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan
Hours
Monday 6:30 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 6:30 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 6:30 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 6:30 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 6:30 PM - 4:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Record Bar 33 1/3rpm
Basement Shibuya record bar run by a courteous owner and bartender who play requests with great sound quality. Visitors treat it as a place to spend the evening.
Tip: Read the bar's website and house guidelines before you go; reviewers say it is not for quick drop-ins. Smoking is allowed. Closed Sundays.
1-chome-6-2 Dogenzaka, Shibuya Five Building B1, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan
Hours
Monday 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Tuesday 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Wednesday 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Thursday 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Friday 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Saturday 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Sunday Closed Spincoaster Music Bar Ebisu
Fourth-floor Ebisu music bar that visitors call a favorite in all of Tokyo, with a great music selection and staff who know their drinks. It seats only 12 to 14.
Tip: Open every night from 7 PM. Small room, so it suits pairs more than groups.
Japan, 〒150-0022 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ebisuminami, 3-chōme−3−１ VORT恵比寿Ⅳ 4F MUSIC BAR TOKYO
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Bar Record
Ginza vinyl bar with a curated, record-lover's atmosphere, excellent cocktails and attentive bartenders. Reviewers mention no cover charge.
Tip: Closed Sundays. Open from 6 PM.
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 8-chōme−7−２０ イセキビル 2F
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday Closed POP INN. GINZA
Intimate fourth-floor Ginza vinyl bar with orange walls signed by visitors, a DJ playing 90s rap and soul, and drinks reviewers praise.
Tip: Opens at 2 PM Tuesday to Saturday; very late on Fridays and Saturdays.
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 4-chōme−3−５ ハトリビル 4F
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM Thursday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM Friday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 5:00 AM Saturday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 5:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM BIG LOVE Records
Harajuku record-shop-and-bar hybrid with a strong electronic selection.
Tip: Grab a drink at the attached bar while you dig — it's part of the vibe here.
2-chome-31-3 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 2:00 - 8:30 PM Wednesday 2:00 - 8:30 PM Thursday 2:00 - 8:30 PM Friday 2:00 - 8:30 PM Saturday 2:00 - 8:30 PM Sunday 2:00 - 8:30 PM Beams Records
Small, friendly Harajuku shop where the staff read your taste, recommend records, and play anything you want to hear before you buy.
Tip: Ask for a listening session before you commit.
〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 3-chōme-24-5 3245ビル 2F, Japan
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Jazz BIGBOY
Jimbocho jazz coffee house with a handsome interior, a serious listening atmosphere and a friendly owner.
Tip: Cash only. Closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Keep conversation low; one reviewer found the counter loud.
Japan, 〒101-0051 東京都千代田区神田神保町１丁目１１
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Wednesday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Thursday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Friday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Narcissus
Tiny second-floor Shinjuku jazz bar where the owner spins jazz records and serves cheap, high-quality drinks.
Tip: Cash only, closed Sundays. Up a flight of stairs and a little hard to find.
Japan, 〒160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukichō, 1-chōme−13−６ 2F
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Thursday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Friday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Saturday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Sunday Closed Los Apson
Koenji shop with trance-inducing synth music on the stereo, plus records, CDs, clothing, stickers and posters. Strong on niche and experimental finds.
Tip: Opens at 1 PM.
〒166-0003 Tokyo, Suginami City, Kōenjiminami, 4-chōme-3-2 三光ビル 1F, Japan
Hours
Monday 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wednesday Closed Thursday 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Friday 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Saturday 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sunday 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Recordshop Base
Koenji shop where the owner knows punk, hardcore and related genres deeply and shows you records from around Asia.
Tip: Plan for a long chat.
4-chōme-23-5 Kōenjiminami, Suginami City, Tokyo 166-0003, Japan
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Uptown Record Store
Koenji shop with records, tapes and CDs at better prices than the big chains, plus a bar with beer, wine and sake.
Tip: Up the stairs on the second floor.
〒166-0002 Tokyo, Suginami City, Kōenjikita, 3-chōme-8-12 フデノビル 402号室, Japan
Hours
Monday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Grandfather's
Basement vinyl bar in the middle of Shibuya where an older gentleman seamlessly mixes records, from Phil Collins on up.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Smoking is allowed inside.
Japan, 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya, 1-chōme−24−７ Shibuya Flat Bld., B１
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM PASS
Modern Shibuya listening bar leaning toward experimental and electronic music, with attentive staff and good non-alcoholic options.
Tip: Open every night from 6 PM, upstairs on the third floor.
Japan, 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya, 3-chōme−15−２ F93 shibuya II 3F
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM TOH Listening Bar
Hidden Shibuya jazz listening bar built around a reported collection of more than 3,000 Japanese jazz records from the 1960s and 70s, with signature cocktails. The name is written 濤 TOH.
Tip: By reservation only: message the bar on Instagram (@toh_listening_bar). Visitors say the exact address is shared once your booking is confirmed. The map pin is only the Shibuya area.
Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan (exact address given with reservation)
Hours not listed. Call ahead before you go.
The Music Bar -Cave Shibuya-
Basement music bar in Shibuya with creative cocktails explained by the staff, good vinyl sound and a DJ spinning 80s music. It was also a filming location for a TV drama.
Tip: Reservations are recommended. Closed Sundays. Cocktails run about 1,500 yen according to a visitor.
1-chome-15-12 Shibuya, LAIDOUT SHIBUYA B1F, Tokyo 150-0002, Japan
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday Closed Tower Records Shibuya
Seven floors of music in the heart of Shibuya, with some of the best J-pop in Tokyo, K-pop, and a huge range across every format.
Tip: Go early. Pair it with Tower Vinyl and the shops of Udagawacho nearby.
1-chōme-22-14 Jinnan, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0041, Japan
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Tower Vinyl Shibuya
Dedicated vinyl floor of the Tower Records Shibuya building, with tax-free shopping for visitors.
Tip: Ask about tax-free checkout if you're a tourist — it's a real discount.
1-chome-22-14 Jinnan, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0041, Japan
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM next records
Hidden alley shop where every record has a scan-to-preview QR code.
Tip: Bring headphones — the QR preview system genuinely works well.
11-11 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042, Japan
Hours
Monday 1:00 - 8:00 PM Tuesday 1:00 - 8:00 PM Wednesday 1:00 - 8:00 PM Thursday 1:00 - 8:00 PM Friday 1:00 - 8:00 PM Saturday 1:00 - 8:00 PM Sunday 1:00 - 8:00 PM Disk Union Shimokitazawa
A branch visitors call one of the best in Tokyo, with a clear layout, vinyl in every genre and good prices.
Tip: Leave extra time. Reviewers call it dangerous for your wallet.
〒155-0031 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Kitazawa, 1-chōme-40-6 Kashiwa 3rd, 1階, Japan
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Flash Disc Ranch
Shimokitazawa shop where the owners ask about your taste and dig out Japanese jazz and rock records you did not know to look for.
Tip: Up a flight of stairs on the second floor.
Misuzu Bldg. 2F, 2丁目-12-16 北沢 世田谷区 東京都 155-0031, Japan
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday Closed Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Jazzy Sport Shimokitazawa
Cute Shimokitazawa record shop and dance studio with friendly staff, good prices and a music-first vibe.
Tip: More new than second-hand stock.
〒155-0031 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Kitazawa, 2-chōme-19-17 サワダヤビル 3F-A, Japan
Hours
Monday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday Closed Wednesday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM Sunday 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Jet Set Shimokitazawa
Small, unique Shimokitazawa branch of the Kyoto-born Jet Set, with a good, curated selection.
Tip: Records on the Jet Set website may be at the Kyoto main store, so check stock first.
〒155-0031 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Kitazawa, 2-chōme-33-12 柳川ビル 201号, Japan
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Little Soul Cafe
Shimokitazawa soul and funk bar where the DJ and bartender plays from a large, impressive record collection. Complimentary popcorn and chips come with drinks.
Tip: Cash only, with a 500 yen cover charge. Open every night from 7 PM.
Japan, 〒155-0031 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Kitazawa, 3-chōme−20−２ 大成ビル ２階
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Upstairs Records & Bar
Shimokitazawa listening bar with thousands of records and a strong sound system. Reviewers love the obscure dub and On-U Sound selection and the welcoming owner.
Tip: Open late, from 9 PM. Check the bar's Instagram first, since a visitor found it closed.
3-chōme-27-1 Kitazawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo 155-0031, Japan
Hours
Monday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Sunday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM BAR rpm
Eight-seat Shinjuku bar where the owner picks the records from a wide vinyl collection, handles the drinks and chats with guests. He sometimes shows videos on a projector.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Only a few seats, so avoid big groups.
Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3-chōme−6−３ ISビル 2F
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM Thursday 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM Friday 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM Saturday 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM Sunday 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM Disk Union Shinjuku
Disk Union's Shinjuku record store with rock, punk, soul, jazz and indie, neatly sorted and reasonably priced.
Tip: Disk Union has many branches. This one is the Shinjuku record store.
〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3-chōme-34-1 ビル 1F, Japan
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Takadanobaba Bar Stereo
Laid-back Takadanobaba bar with hand-crafted cocktails, rare whiskies and a vinyl selection reviewers call spot on.
Tip: Open every night from 7 PM. A reviewer notes cigarette smell.
Japan, 〒169-0075 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Takadanobaba, 2-chōme−8−３ 佐々木ビル東館 2F
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM HMV Record Shop Shibuya
Vinyl-focused Shibuya shop that DJs and visiting collectors praise for rare US records and plenty of new Japanese pressings.
Tip: Often cheaper for new Japanese releases than overseas.
〒150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawachō, 36-2 1F/2F, Japan
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Jazz Nutty
Small Waseda jazz kissa where the owner plays records on a standout sound system. Reviewers call the sound the best they heard in Tokyo.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Quiet listening only.
1-chōme-17-4 Nishiwaseda, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 169-0051, Japan
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hours and details come from public listings and may have changed. Small shops often keep short or irregular hours, so check or call before a long trip. See something wrong? Use Still open? in the app and we will look into it.