Vintage Japanese anime 45 RPM vinyl record Harmagedon Ai Children of the Light

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Description

Japanese 45 rpm vinyl record, presented in its original illustrated sleeve featuring the colors of the "Harmagedon" anime. The sleeve, visible in the photo, showcases a graphic style typical of early 1980s Japanese animated productions, with a predominance of orange and red hues. A large robotic face is discernible in the background, along with three characters drawn in a distinct manga style, wearing school uniforms and suits, positioned in the center and foreground. The inscription "HARMAGEDON" appears in Latin and Japanese (幻魔大戦) capital letters at the bottom of the sleeve.

In the upper left, the "Ai" logo and the mention "STEREO" are clearly visible, accompanied by the reference "7Y0039" and the original price "¥700". The track titles are indicated in Japanese and English, including "CHILDREN OF THE LIGHT" for side A, performed by Rose Mary Butler and composed/arranged by Keith Emerson, as confirmed by the legible inscriptions. The back of the sleeve is not visible; only the front is described here.

The overall presentation shows a well-protected record in a clear plastic sleeve, with no obvious signs of major wear or visible tears on this side. The graphic style, color choices, and layout are characteristic of vintage Japanese anime merchandise, enhancing the appeal of this 45 rpm vinyl record for fans of Japanese music and animation.

The sleeve also features several Japanese inscriptions, including production credits and legal information, typical of official Japanese editions. The design highlights the dramatic and science-fiction atmosphere of "Harmagedon," a renowned animated film in anime history. No collection labels, dedications, or major flaws are observable on the visible side.

This record is a representative example of vinyl singles produced for the Japanese market, with a colorful jacket and a clear emphasis on the title and artists. The exposed side is well-preserved, with vibrant colors and a clean visual appearance.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible front sleeve is in good overall condition, with no apparent major flaws. The record inside is not visible and therefore not described.

Did you know? The animated film "Harmagedon" (幻魔大戦, Genma Taisen) was released in Japan in 1983, directed by Rintarō and based on a manga by Kazumasa Hirai and Shotaro Ishinomori. The film's soundtrack was partly composed by Keith Emerson, the famous keyboardist from the band Emerson, Lake & Palmer, which gives this vinyl a rare international dimension for a Japanese anime of that era.

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