Yuko Tomita – Classical Heart
Yuko Tomita – Classical Heart
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Japan Original Pressing.
Early-80s Japanese city pop/New Music gem from Yuko Tomita – bright band grooves, cinematic ballads and self-penned lyrics with a soft, bittersweet edge.
Released in 1983 on Panam as her third album, Classical Heart collects nine originals written by Yuko Tomita herself, from the sparkling opener “Vacation” and bouncy “Funny Lady” to the moonlit slow tune “Mangetsu no Yoru ni…” and dramatic “Kanashiki Cinema,” closing with the gently orchestral “Symphony.” The sound sits right between New Music, city pop and light AOR: live drums, warm bass and clean guitars under soft-focus keys and strings, keeping it playable both for at-home listening and for mellow DJ sets. For producers, the record hides plenty of sample-friendly moments – clean drum and bass intros, simple piano and synth vamps, and open chord sections that loop beautifully without losing that bittersweet J-POP flavor.
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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.
