Recoya is now in its 11th year, and we’ve surpassed 900 record stores listed across Japan. Based on data such as page views, searches, likes, and more, we’ve selected the record stores that drew the most attention in 2025: “Recoya Collection 2025.”
There are surely plenty of record shops you’ve never visited—both near your home and on your travels. We hope this list helps you discover your next favorite spot.
#1 VDS (Tokyo)
#2 Works Motoyawata (Chiba)
#3 WORKSHOP records (Kyoto)
#4 Kai-Koh Records (Hiroshima)
#5 Hoshireco (Saitama)
#6 Solight Storage (Tokyo)
#7 Sunny Boy (Nagasaki)
#8 REALLY GOOD Okazaki (Aichi)
#9 Huckleberry (Hyogo)
#10 Music First (Aichi)
Our Recommended Stores♪
1
VDS
（Tokyo）
In November 2024, VDS opened a shop in Nishi-Kameari. Beyond selling records, they also seem to play a key role in Japan’s event scene through their own network. On Recoya, many users discovered this store by searching for “Katsushika”.
Our editorial team has visited as well, and the store makes great use of its space beneath the railway tracks—resulting in a highly original setup. “Wall storage,” “glass frontage,” and “under the tracks”… can you picture the stylish atmosphere?
2
Works Motoyawata
（Chiba）
This shop focuses mainly on 1960s–70s rock and 1950s–60s jazz, along with Japanese rock and folk. Their CD selection also includes enka, pop, and folk.
They also manufacture drive belts for record players, handling brands such as Micro Seiki, Thorens, Yamaha, LUX, and TEAC (formerly TEIC)—a reassuring sign of deep expertise.
Even though our team hasn’t visited yet, it’s clear from user interest that this store has been getting attention. If you’re heading to Chiba, it’s well worth checking out!
3
WORKSHOP records
（Kyoto）
An all-genre shop with a distinctive selection fueled by pure love for music. From rock and jazz to soul—and far beyond—this store offers outstanding titles without being limited by genre labels. Many items are in excellent condition and carefully maintained, to the point where you might find yourself thinking, “Wait—this is used?”
They also have a strong lineup in new wave, free jazz, psychedelia, contemporary music, and German rock. On Recoya, this shop is not only found via area search; many users also discover it through the genre tag “Jazz.” That might be a helpful hint when choosing your next store.
4
Kai-Koh Records
（広島県）
A nominee from Hiroshima! In 2025, the store relocated and opened inside “iti SETOUCHI,” a venue in Fukuyama known for hosting a variety of events.
The shop values the idea of becoming “a place where something interesting can happen.” If you’re visiting Hiroshima, we highly recommend stopping by.
5
Hoshireco
（Saitama）
Hoshireco is a used record store that opened in November 2024 on Kawagoe’s Taisho Roman Yume-dori street. They buy and sell used vinyl, and on Recoya, many users seem to find this shop when searching phrases like “record buying (walk-in)”.。
6
Solight Storage
（Tokyo）
A shop centered on Black music, selecting LPs across eras. Genres include Hip-Hop, Soul/Funk, Jazz, and World. Their lineup is roughly 40% records, 40% vintage clothing, and 20% miscellaneous goods.
It’s just a few minutes from Yutenji Station, and on Recoya, most users check this shop by searching something like “Yutenji record store.”
7
SunnyBoy
（Nagasaki）
Operating in Nagasaki since 1983, Sunny Boy carries all genres. It’s the only store from the Kyushu region on this year’s list—and notably, on Recoya, Sunny Boy is currently the only registered record shop in Nagasaki Prefecture.
If you know other record stores in Nagasaki, please let us know—we’d love to add them!
8
REALLY GOOD Okazaki
（Aichi）
They buy and sell used records and CDs, open-reel tapes, audio equipment, and more. Their selection spans all genres, with a focus on jazz, rock, and classical.
They’re always playing records and open-reel tapes in the shop, letting visitors enjoy the warmth of analog sound. They also offer record cleaning using an ultrasonic cleaner, as well as purchasing services—definitely worth checking out.。
9
Huckleberry
（Hyogo）
A long-established used record store in Kobe. They carry all genres, with a strong core in rock, soul, and jazz. Huckleberry’s biggest charm is its affordability—you might even find rare items at surprisingly reasonable prices.
It’s a classic-style record shop, but you’ll also find 7-inch idol singles, Brazilian music, tango, and reggae—making it a fun stop in Kobe.
10
Music First
（Aichi）
Located in Sakae, Nagoya’s largest downtown district, Music First is an all-genre shop selling used records, CDs, books, and other music media. Their pricing is friendly, and the bargain section is especially popular.
After relocating in July 2022, they significantly expanded both floor space and inventory. If you’re visiting Nagoya, this is a must-check.
Annual Dig Trends
Not limited to 2025, but overall “digging” trends can be summarized into three points.
First, easy-to-access areas tend to be strong—stores near major stations or in well-known neighborhoods naturally attract more visits.
Second, “value” keywords such as sales, bundle deals, and hidden bargains reduce hesitation and push people to take action.
Third, relocations and expansions often spark curiosity through social media updates, motivating people to visit and see what has changed in the location or in-store setup.
How to Enjoy Record Stores
As you visit record shops again and again, you’ll discover more ways to enjoy them. Each store has its own character—often shaped by the owner’s favorites in certain genres, eras, or countries.
And it’s not only about the records: the space, atmosphere, and comfort can become your personal reason to return. We hope you’ll dig for—and find—your very own record store.
From the Editorial Team
As a new initiative this year, we created Recoya Collection 2025 based on annual page-view and browsing data. There were even shops our own team hadn’t visited yet—so it became a fresh discovery for us as well. Recoya also has a comment feature called “Dug it”, where you can share what records you picked up and what the shop was like.
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