Description

Tracklist

A1 Anmari Midori ga Akarui kara
A2 Yuuhi ga Senaka o Oshite kuru
A3 Hizakkozo March
A4 Nanika Ii koto Arurashii
A5 Kaze no Ko
A6 Yakusoku
A7 Moeagare Yuki-tachi

B1 Natsuyasumi Nikki
B2 Okaasan no Kao
B3 Aoi Me
B4 Nagasaki Megane-bashi
B5 Gonensei
B6 Hoshi no Mi
B7 Dokoka ga Chigau

A1 あんまりみどりがあかるいから
A2 夕日が背中を押してくる
A3 ひざっこぞマーチ
A4 なにかいいことあるらしい
A5 かぜの子
A6 約束
A7 もえあがれ雪たち

B1 夏休み日記
B2 おかあさんの顔
B3 青い芽
B4 長崎めがね橋
B5 五年生
B6 星の実
B7 どこかがちがう

GRADING

Media : VG+ (The record was cleaned with an ultrasonic cleaner and playback confirmed.)

Sleeve : VG

Brand : King Record
Package Size : 12.5 x 12.5 inch

“Minna no Uta” is a long-running music segment broadcast by NHK in Japan, first aired in 1961. It is known for pairing short original songs with distinctive animated visuals, often created by prominent illustrators and animators of their time. These songs were designed not only for children, but also to resonate emotionally with adults, capturing everyday feelings, seasons, and gentle reflections on life. Over the decades, “Minna no Uta” has become an important cultural archive of Japanese television music, remembered fondly by multiple generations.

This LP, “Minna no Uta NHK Song Collection Vol.5,” is part of the official vinyl series released in the early 1970s. The record compiles selected songs featured on the NHK broadcast, presenting them in a warm analog format that reflects the atmosphere of the era. The artwork is especially notable, featuring charming and stylized illustrations that mirror the playful yet poetic tone of the songs. For collectors, this volume represents a snapshot of Japanese children’s music history, blending music, illustration, and broadcast culture into a single physical medium.

* Official NHK “Minna no Uta” song collection
* Volume 5 of the original LP series
* Features multiple songs broadcast on NHK
* Classic early-1970s Japanese vinyl release
* Includes uniquely illustrated jacket artwork

Vinyl Grading Guide

MINT

The item and container are absolutely perfect in every way. To qualify as Mint, the item must never have been played and is possibly still sealed. Mint should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all. Note that an item can be sealed and not Mint. If you suspect your record is in Mint condition, do not play it.

NEAR MINT(NM)

The item is nearly perfect. Near Mint (NM) media has more than likely never been played, and if it has, there will be no imperfections during playback. The item should show no obvious signs of wear. The cover or container can have very minor defects., but it should have no folds, seam splits, scratches, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc. Many dealers won’t give a grade higher than NM, implying (perhaps correctly) that no item is ever truly perfect.

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+)

The item will show some signs that it was played and handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Any defects are of a cosmetic nature and do not affect the actual playback. In theory, a Very Good Plus (VG+) item should sound the same as a Near Mint (NM) one. Surfaces may show some signs of wear, such as slight scuffs or very light scratches, and slight warps that do not affect the sound are okay. Paper products like sleeves will have some wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a small seam-split. In general, it plays perfectly, and if not for some minor aesthetic wear, it would be Near Mint.

VERY GOOD (VG)

The item’s defects will be more pronounced. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song’s intro and fade, but will not overpower the music. Wear will start to be noticeable, such as with light scratches on vinyl (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels, covers, and sleeves may be marred by writing or have tape, stickers, and residue attached. However, a VG item will not have all of these problems at the same time.

GOOD (G), GOOD PLUS( G+)

An item in Good (G) or Good Plus (G+) condition can be played through without skipping, but it will have significant surface noise, scratches, crackling, or visible wear. A container, cover, or sleeve will have scratches or seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, or other defects will also be present.

POOR (P), FAIR (F)

The item is cracked, badly warped, and won’t play through without skipping or repeating. The container or cover could be cracked, water-damaged, and heavily marred by wear or writing. If it is a vinyl record, the album cover and inner sleeves are fully split, crinkled, and written upon. Poor (P) or Fair (F) records are generally worth very little.

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