THE BEATLES / COMPLETE JAPANESE SINGLE COLLECTION 2 [2CD]
DIGITAL ARCHIVES PROMOTION
Regular price ¥3,200
★ Chronologically covers every single released in Japan from 1964 to 1982. Features original sound sources for 56 early-era tracks and 40 late-era tracks, including unique Japanese couplings.
★ Fully reproduces the distinct warmth of vinyl through direct audio transfers from original period record pressings.
★ Includes full-color reproductions of all nostalgic, iconic Japanese artwork, complete with alternate sleeve designs.
As the Beatles' popularity exploded worldwide in the 1960s, Japan saw a steady stream of unique local albums and singles tailored specifically for its market. During an era driven by single hits, "I Want to Hold Your Hand" was unexpectedly rushed out as their Japanese debut in February 1964 ahead of the planned "Please Please Me," setting off a near-monthly cadence of releases. Featuring unique track selections beyond standard UK/US issues, these Japanese pressings—and their distinct, eye-catching cover art—have long been prized by Beatles collectors globally.
While the Beatles' entire catalog has since been digitally remastered under global standards, cutting and mastering varied by region in the '60s, making the distinct characteristics of these early analog cuts highly sought after today. This collection focuses strictly on original period sound, capturing direct transfers from original record pressings to faithfully recreate that authentic analog warmth. Singles through the late '60s are presented in their raw, punchy mono mixes, delivering a vintage, lo-fi texture directly opposed to modern digital sound—marking the first complete collection of pre-CD, analog-era Japanese single audio from 1964 to 1982.
Additionally, the release documents every nostalgic Japanese sleeve design in chronological order, including alternate jackets from later reissues. Serving as a true memorial that brings back the sound of the Beatles as heard on vinyl and radio in the '60s, this is an indispensable ultimate collector's item!
COMPLETE JAPANESE SINGLE COLLECTION 2
- DIRECT TRANSFER FROM THE ORIGINAL RECORDS
[2CD] DIGITAL ARCHIVES PROMOTION / DAPB099CD1/2
CD1
01. WE CAN WORK IT OUT
02. DAY TRIPPER
OR-1445 Januray 15th 1966
03. NOWHERE MAN
04. WHAT GOES ON
OR-1510 April 15th 1966
05. PAPERBACK WRITER
06. RAIN
OR-1529 June 15th 1966
07. YELLOW SUBMARINE
08. ELEANOR RIGBY
OR-1578 September 5th 1966
09. STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOREVER
10. PENNY LANE
OR-1685 March 15th 1967
11. ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE
12. BABY, YOU'RE A RICH MAN
OR-1763 August 5th 1967
13. HELLO GOODBYE
14. I AM THE WARLUS
OR-1838 December 25th 1967
15. LADY MADONNA
16. THE INNER LIGHT
OR-1902 April 21st 1968
17. HEY JUDE
18. REVOLUTION
OR-2121 September 14th 1968
All Tracks are MONO / Direct Transfer From The Original Japanese Single Records
CD2
01. OB-LA-DI, OB-LA-DA
02. WHILE MY GUITAR GENTLY WEEPS
AR-2207 March 10th 1969
03. GET BACK
04. DON'T LET ME DOWN
AR-2279 June 1st 1969
05. THE BALLAD OF JOHN AND YOKO
06. OLD BROWN SHOE
AR-2301 July 10th 1969
07. COME TOGETHER
08. SOMETHING
AR-2400 November 21st 1969
09. LET IT BE*
10. YOU KNOW MY NAME (LOOK UP THE NUMBER)*
AR-2461 March 25th 1970 MONO pressing
11. OH! DARLING
12. HERE COMES THE SUN
AR-2520 June 5th 1970
13. THE LONG AND WINDING ROAD
14. FOR YOU BLUE
AR-2611 September 5th 1970
15. YESTERDAY
16. I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN BETTER
EAR-20030 June 20th 1976
17. HELTER SKELTER
18. GOT TO GET YOU INTO MY LIFE
EAR-20050 June 20th 1976
19. SGT.PEPPER'S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND
/ WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM MY FRIENDS
20. A DAY IN THE LIFE
EAS-20501 October 5th 1978
21. LET IT BE
EAS-17158 September 1st 1981 c/w GET BACK
22. THE BEATLES MOVIE MEDLEY
EAS-17226 April 21st 1982 c/w I'M HAPPY JUST TO DANCE WITH YOU
All Tracks are STEREO except *=MONO
/ Direct Transfer From The Original Japanese Single Records