Naoko Ken - Standard Ni Kanashikute
Naoko Ken - Standard Ni Kanashikute
Comments: Japan Original Pressing.
Naoko Ken’s early-80s Canyon album, featuring songs written by legendary pop composer Kyohei Tsutsumi, sits right on the line between city pop, AOR and mature new music, wrapping her husky voice in warm Rhodes, gentle horns and understated synths. “Shall We Dance” glides along a mellow 16-beat groove perfect for late-night plays, while “Lonely Star” and the closing ballads lean into slow, smoky moods with plenty of space in the mix for those soft drum and keyboard textures. It’s one of her finest front-to-back sets, capturing that bittersweet, grown-up side of Japanese pop that collectors chase.
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About the Condition
About the Condition
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| S (Sealed) | Still sealed in factory wrap. Never played. |
| M (Mint) | Perfect condition. Looks unplayed with no signs of use. Typically used for records that are brand new or opened but never played. |
| EX (Excellent) | Very clean. May have light scuffs or hairline marks, but plays perfectly. |
| VG+ (Very Good Plus) | Minor wear, light surface noise, no major flaws — a solid average used copy. |
| VG (Very Good) | Visible wear and surface noise. Plays through without skipping. |
| G+ (Good Plus) | Heavily used. Significant wear or scratches, but still playable. |
+ / − may be added to indicate slight variations (e.g. VG+, EX−).
We visually inspect every record, and we clean each one before shipping (play-testing when needed). Even new or great-looking vinyl—especially some Japanese pressings—can have light background noise. We grade carefully by eye and ear, but it’s still a human call, so please check the notes before buying.
