By Tokyo Record Style
In this energetic and vinyl-filled episode from Tokyo Record Style, the creator documents a jam-packed day in Tokyo topped off by a live DJ event at EdgeEnd in the heart of Shibuya. The day kicks off with a mission to complete a Bowie-themed vinyl collection—specifically to grab a copy of David Bowie’s 'Lodger' album for the track "D.J." which is slated to be a key component of the evening’s DJ set. This leads to a high-speed motorcycle journey across Tokyo to Garageville Records in Tsutsujigaoka, where thanks to record store owner Yasu-san, the prized record is secured. Bonus purchases include 'Space Oddity' and 'Aladdin Sane', all at impressive prices for Bowie fans.
Unfortunately, a technical hiccup with the DJI Action Camera 4—accidentally left in Timelapse Mode—meant most of the day’s footage was unusable. This resulted in a missed opportunity to properly capture the store experience, a unique couple on a turntable hunt, a cameo conversation with Philippine record shop legend Marlon from Bee Bop Records, and an on-the-fly interview with Atsushi-san from HMV Kichijoji. Refusing to let the day be a total fail, the creator re-shot key moments at double speed, turning the final video into a fast-paced and quirky recap that still delivers insight into Tokyo’s vinyl scene and DJ nightlife.
The evening culminates at DJ Bar EdgeEnd, located at 1-17-12 Dogenzaka in Shibuya. The event, titled "Hand Sign Evening Vol. 1", was hosted on March 29, 2025 from 18:00 to 22:00 and featured a unique mix of DJ sets and live performances. The timetable included an opening DJ session by Brian Scott Peterson (Zebrio), jazz stylings by Ryusuke Hisatomi, and two engaging Hand Sign performances guided by musician Takeshi Shimizu. The night closed with a set by Moriyama Ani, known for blending pop sensibilities with energetic vinyl artistry.
The creator’s infectious enthusiasm for David Bowie stems from a community-driven Japan Vinyl Tag challenge, where fellow YouTuber Kyle from @StacksChannelYT used only Bowie titles in his responses. This motivating gesture not only encouraged deeper exploration of Bowie’s discography but also shaped the musical tone for the entire DJ event.
For Tokyo travelers and music lovers, this video serves as a vibrant slice-of-life glimpse into Japan’s dynamic vinyl culture and the welcoming community behind it. Whether you’re hunting for elusive LPs, exploring unique bars like EdgeEnd, or simply grooving to some Bowie classics, this episode hits all the right notes.