Ayumi Hamasaki: Essential Vinyl Releases Part 2 out DEC 5th (6 Titles)

Six Ayumi Hamasaki albums are being released on analog vinyl as Record Day 2026 Day 2 entry items. The lineup includes "(miss)understood," "Secret," "GUILTY," "NEXT LEVEL," "Rock'n'Roll Circus," and "Love songs," with each title released as a 2LP set on December 5, 2026.

"(miss)understood"
Ayumi Hamasaki's seventh album includes "HEAVEN," "fairyland," and "STEP you." The album features production by SWEETBOX and other Japanese and international creators, combining a range of sounds with songs that address loneliness and inner conflict.

"Secret"
Ayumi Hamasaki's eighth album includes "BLUE BIRD," "Startin'," and "JEWEL." Its songs range from up-tempo tracks to ballads, depicting the human inner self with deep realism.

"GUILTY"
Ayumi Hamasaki's ninth album includes "glitter," "talkin' 2 myself," and "Together When..." as well as "MY ALL," which continues to be performed as a closing song at her live shows. The album ranges from rock-oriented tracks to ballads.

"NEXT LEVEL"
Ayumi Hamasaki's tenth album includes "Days," "GREEN," "Rule," and "Sparkle." The original release also drew attention for its formats, including a USB flash drive edition described as the first of its kind for a Japanese artist.

"Rock'n'Roll Circus"
Ayumi Hamasaki's eleventh album includes "Sunrise -LOVE is ALL-," "Sunset -LOVE is ALL-," "You were...," and "BALLAD." The album featured her first full-scale recording sessions in London and covers sounds ranging from gothic rock to up-tempo dance tracks.

"Love songs"
Ayumi Hamasaki's twelfth album includes "MOON," "blossom," "crossroad," and "Love song." Its melodies feature contributions from songwriters including Tetsuya Komuro and Noriyuki Makihara.