岡林信康の世界 = The World Of Nobuyasu Okabayashi – 岡林信康* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Nobuyasu Okabayashi’s debut, ‘The World Of Nobuyasu Okabayashi’, stands as a landmark in Japanese folk music, capturing the restless energy of the late 1960s. Okabayashi, often called the ‘Bob Dylan of Japan,’ uses his piercing lyrics and stark acoustic arrangements to chronicle social change, protest, and personal struggle. Each track feels like a dispatch from the frontlines of a cultural awakening, where the boundaries between art and activism blur.

This album is more than a collection of songs; it’s a window into a pivotal moment in Japanese history, when youth sought new voices and forms of expression. Okabayashi’s poetic storytelling, tinged with both vulnerability and defiance, resonates deeply even decades later. The sparse instrumentation and impassioned vocals draw the listener in, making every song feel intimate and immediate. For collectors and newcomers alike, this record is a vital artifact — a testament to music’s power to inspire, question, and console. Owning this album means holding a piece of folk history that still echoes with relevance and honesty.

Track List:
A1 – 山谷ブルース –
A2 – 流れ者 –
A3 – くそくらえ節 –
A4 – ガイコツの唄 –
A5 – チューリップのアップリケ –
A6 – 友よ –
B1 – 今日をこえて –
B2 – 性と文化の革命 –
B3 – それで自由になったのかい –
B4 – 私たちの望むものは –