King Records has announced the upcoming release of 5 rare Japanese albums on vinyl via their SOUND FUJI archive project.

Focused on preserving what they refer to as “Japan's timeless musical treasures”, the SOUND FUJI project curates releases from the long standing King Records catalog, giving them the attention and care they deserve. This particular release of albums spanning Japanese rare groove, jazz, fusion, funk, and disco is being put together in partnership with Seattle-based Light in the Attic Records which is also giving fans outside of Japan a direct channel to purchase.

The five albums being released are (descriptions provided by King Records):

Fujimaru Band – BGM

A cult Japanese rare groove classic, with over 9 million streams and a fresh wave of international recognition. Now available on colored Pure Vinyl for the first time.

SOUND FUJI | Light in the Attic Records

Isao Suzuki – THREE CUSHION

A thrilling hard bop session led by legendary bassist Isao Suzuki and tenor saxophonist Akira Miyazawa, featuring intense improvisation and a stellar lineup of musicians. Long-awaited first-ever vinyl reissue of this 1981 recording.

SOUND FUJI | Light in the Attic Records

TAKERU MURAOKA & HIS NEW GROUP – SOFT LANDING

A dynamic blend of jazz, funk and disco, driven by sharp grooves and an exceptional lineup of musicians from Japan’s fusion scene. From breezy melodies to deep, heavy rhythms, this 1978 album makes its first-ever appearance on colored vinyl.

SOUND FUJI | Light in the Attic Records

AKIRA ISHIKAWA & COUNT BUFFALO – OKINAWA

A bold musical journey inspired by Okinawa, blending jazz, funk, Afro and disco with Western standards and traditional Okinawan songs. Featuring arrangements by Koichi Sugiyama, this distinctive 1976 album makes its first-ever appearance on colored vinyl.

SOUND FUJI | Light in the Attic Records

EBONEE-WEBB – Disco Hanagasa Ondo / Soma Bon Uta -MEMPHIS SOUL MEETS JAPANESE FOLK SONGS-

Chikara Ueda’s bold arrangements transform Japanese folk songs into irresistible funk and disco, driven by powerful bass, guitar and dynamic rhythms. A cult favorite among Wamono DJs, now receiving its first-ever vinyl reissue.

SOUND FUJI | Light in the Attic Records

The albums are up for pre-order as of the time of writing, and will release worldwide on 16 April, 2027. You can preorder each via both SOUND FUJI and Light in the Attic by visiting the pages linked underneath each album above.