Tower Records Shibuya

When I was a kid, and in New Zealand, record stores were a huge deal there. You were able to hear, and get the latest stuff, buy some of the best and greatest albums, and were even the reason why vinyl records were still relevant. Nowadays, you don't see that happening apart from a few shops like Real Groovy, and possibly some local vinyl stores, but this one is a rare find. To have a music store wholly dedicated to k-pop, j-music, anisong etc is truly a blessing. I was able to buy some of the latest releases, as well as a few classics. If you ever wanna get your hands on that album from the likes of TWICE, BTS, or even a final fantasy soundtrack then is place is it. Plus, they really do live out by their motto: No Music, No Life. 🥰

It is very nice to actually have a visit Tower Records, there are multiple stories and it is just lively and also full of life. The used CD section is quite fun to second hours to discover some awesome piece.

In a world where physical media has been dying for decades, record stores like this are a cultural marvel against all odds. Every floor caters to a specific music lovers needs, and the vinyl floor had me in awe. I brought a bunch of great records at great prices. They also had a live jazz performance while I was digging, which just added a whole other ambience to my experience. This was probably one of my favorite music experiences ever!

Huge store .great selection of cds and dvds of all genres .7 floors total including a cafe .they do allow you to do tax free over 5500 yens bring your passport with you . The only down side are the disgusting unclean bathrooms and super old and outdated toilet .for surch a rich area like shibuya and big company like tower record i was expecting more . Other than that cds were well organized. They do hold events once in a while .you can see fans lining up outside

The store's stocks are basically either Japanese or K-pop with a tad touch of Western music. There is also a cafe on the 2nd floor that is always crowded. Bought my Kiroro and Radwimps CDs here. Staff although not speaking in English are so welcoming and eager to help you find your wanted CD.

My daughter is vinyl records addict, she bought 4 records when we were there and spent hours in the store, I just wish you would provide sofas/benches for us to use, because I saw many people (mothers) want to sit while waiting for their children. I tried to go to the cafe upstairs but they told me need reservations.

Came to check out their KPOP section in hopes of buying an album but too bad it was all sold out. They had a lot of autographs on display from past and present popular KPOP groups which was pretty cool.

super big building with tons of different genres of music, each floor is dedicated to each music genre from jazz to rock, jpop to kpop. I explored each floor and it was tiring- the headphones to listen to the cds were amazing, the sound quality is so smooth‼️ best experience ever, if you’re a music lover please do come and visit 🥹