Miyuki Nakajima

Kansuigyo (寒水魚), released by acclaimed Japanese singer-songwriter Miyuki Nakajima, is a deeply atmospheric and emotionally rich album that showcases her distinctive songwriting and expressive vocal style. The title, which can be translated as “Cold Water Fish,” reflects the album’s introspective and often melancholic tone, a hallmark of Nakajima’s work.

Released in Japan on the Aard-Vark label (catalog number C28A0208), this album comes in a stereo vinyl LP format with a gatefold sleeve, featuring striking and minimalist cover art that perfectly complements the album’s mood. Nakajima’s lyrical depth and refined arrangements make this record a standout in the landscape of Japanese folk-pop and singer-songwriter music of its era.

Highly regarded by collectors and fans alike, Kansuigyo remains an essential release in Miyuki Nakajima’s discography and a beautiful example of Japanese vinyl craftsmanship.