Humming Bird

This time, we’re spotlighting Hummingbird, a cozy record store tucked away in the backstreets of Shimokitazawa, Tokyo.
With a carefully curated selection and a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of classic secondhand record shops, Hummingbird focuses less on trends and more on timeless quality. From the world of Happy End and URC-related titles to Japanese jazz, world music, and more, the shop offers a broad yet discerning range that transcends genres.

You’ll find everything from highly regarded Japanese artists like Hiroshi Sato and Miki Matsubara, to rare gems like jazz fused with Tsugaru shamisen, classical music from Indonesia, and Chinese pop from the ’50s and ’60s—records you’re unlikely to encounter elsewhere.

Thanks to the refined taste and deep passion of the owner and manager, Hummingbird has earned the trust of music lovers both in Japan and overseas.
It’s a quietly captivating space—rich in discoveries and musical encounters—that rewards those who take the time to explore.