にんじん – 友部正人* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Masato Tomobe’s “にんじん” (“Ninjin”) sits quietly among the most poignant Japanese folk albums of the 1970s, a period marked by gentle rebellion and deep personal introspection. Tomobe, known for his poetic lyricism and understated delivery, crafts songs that feel both intimate and universal. The album’s arrangements are subtle—often just guitar and voice—allowing the emotional weight and warmth of Tomobe’s narratives to shine through. Each track is a window into everyday life and longing, holding space for vulnerability without sentimentality. For collectors, “にんじん” represents a turning point in Japanese folk, when singer-songwriters began to fuse influences from American folk revival with distinctly Japanese perspectives. This is music for listeners drawn to authenticity and nuance, where the small details—a soft tremor in the voice, a quietly plucked string—hold profound beauty. Whether you’re discovering Tomobe for the first time or revisiting an old favorite, this album stands as a quietly influential work, offering a rare and rewarding listening experience that only deepens with each spin. A must-have for anyone who values sincerity and storytelling in music.

Track List:
A1 – ふーさん – 2:32
A2 – ストライキ – 4:44
A3 – 乾杯 – 6:01
A4 – 一本道 – 5:04
A5 – にんじん – 5:14
B1 – トーキング自動車レースブルース – 4:57
B2 – 長崎慕情 – 4:05
B3 – 西の空に陽が落ちて – 3:31
B4 – 夢のカリフォルニア – 4:35
B5 – 君が欲しい – 5:50