Hideki Ishima - One Day [Nipponophone]

• Remastered by Makoto Kubota (ex-Les Rallizes Dénudés)
• Presented in a gatefold sleeve
• Includes obi strip
• Extensive liner notes by Shinichi Ogawa in Japanese with English translation
• Originally released in 1973

Soon after the disbandment of Flower Travellin’ Band, guitarist Hideki Ishima released his first and only solo album in 1973, a work of haunting beauty that stands out within the Japanese rock landscape of the 70s. Later known for his work as a sitar player, Ishima showcases throughout the album a characteristic floating guitar sound, blending psychedelic rock, acid folk, and introspective singer-songwriter elements into a deeply personal and atmospheric record.

Contributing to this richly textured sound are some of the most prominent names of the era: his Flower Travellin’ Band bandmate, George Wada (drums); future Transam collaborators, Chito Kawachi (drums) and Nobuhiko Shinohara (keyboards); as well as Katsuo Ohno (keyboards) from PYG.

Now reissued with a powerful and bold remaster by Makoto Kubota, this unjustly overlooked gem captures a key moment in the evolution of Japanese underground rock and demands a new listen from those exploring the genre's farthest reaches.