{"product_id":"9781787749788","title":"Record Journey Vol.1","description":"\u003cb\u003eStep into the soul of Tokyo in this musical manga - a beautifully drawn collection of stories.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFleeting encounters, forgotten records, and quiet moments speak volumes through Ryoichiro Kezuka’s breathtaking art and storytelling.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the first time in English, experience Record Journey Vol. 1, a captivating collection of short stories by Ryoichiro Kezuka that explores the quiet, powerful intersections of music, memory, and everyday life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the heart of these stories is a young woman working at a small record store in Tokyo. Each story introduces a new visitor to the shop—each with a unique past, a specific record in mind, and an emotional thread waiting to be uncovered. As the needle drops, so do the walls between strangers, revealing bittersweet moments, long-lost connections, and the smooth healing of sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginally self-published before Kezuka’s commercial debut, these stories are richly illustrated and emotionally resonant, blending slice-of-life realism with a gentle, introspective tone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKezuka, also known for Onban Kikou—a manga about forbidden pop music and jukebox mysteries—has carved a distinct place in the world of manga with his love for vinyl culture and human stories.\u003cbr\u003eRecord Journey is a must-read for music lovers, manga fans, and anyone who’s ever found a memory hiding in a melody.","brand":"Ryoichiro Kezuka","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback Trade paperback (US)","offer_id":48437693808852,"sku":"9781787749788","price":16.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/9208\/files\/BNCImageAPI_5038b222-6d63-4678-91c7-5fe7b7113b3a.jpg?v=1786126161","url":"https:\/\/penguinshop.ca\/products\/9781787749788","provider":"Penguin Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}