When her grandfather dies, Miyana Okaya sorts through his home. She's overwhelmed by the job ahead of her. Then help arrives. Koyomi from Miyama Records wants to survey her grandfather's record collection. She's impressed by how meticulously Miyana's grandfather cared for his collection. Then they discover a record she cannot identify.
Just as Miyana wonders why her grandfather wrote her name on the sleeve of a 45, Koyomi wonders about the music it plays. When Miyana agrees to return with her to Miyama Records, a journey of discovery awaits both of them. What kind of instruments are recorded on the single? And how might the music reconnect Miyana with her late grandfather?
Here's all the info from Titan Manga:
RECORD JOURNEY VOL. 1
Author/Artist: Ryoichiro Kezuka
Publisher: Titan Manga
SC, 240pp, B&W, $12.99
On sale: May 26, 2026
For 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.
At 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.
Originally 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.
Kezuka, 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.
Record Journey is a must-read for music
lovers, manga fans, and anyone who’s ever found a memory hiding in a melody.
Now, let's take a look inside:
Record Journey is on sale May 26, 2026, at bookstores, comic shops, and digitally. Pre-order now from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books A Million, and Forbidden Planet for the UK & Europe.
Thanks to Titan Manga for sharing this preview with us.
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