Blue Note Records, hailed as the greatest jazz label of all time and founded in New York in 1939, is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year. To commemorate this milestone year, a collaboration with Isetan Men's has been realized.

From Wednesday, June 5th, for two weeks, Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building will host an event that combines jazz, fashion, and art in a unique way, offering a chance to fully experience the world of jazz. The event will feature "One For Daddy-O," a song from the classic album "Somethin' Else" (which also features jazz artist Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building dedicated to the father of American radio DJs, and Father's Day on Sunday, June 16th.

Furthermore, they are collaborating with J-WAVE (81.3FM), which will be running the "FEEL LIKE JAZZ" project for one month starting in June. During this period, J-WAVE navigators will introduce their recommended Blue Note Records tracks via the in-store broadcast system at Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building .

Blue Note Records, the world's oldest jazz label, celebrates its 80th anniversary this year.

Blue Note Records, a jazz label founded in New York in 1939 by Alfred Lion, a German immigrant who deeply loved the blues, achieved a major hit in 1940 with Sidney Bechet's "Summertime." In the 1950s, the label released a series of outstanding works that combined jazz sound, photography, and design, profoundly influencing the music scene.
Since then, it has produced numerous artists who have shaped the next generation of the jazz scene, to the point that it's no exaggeration to say that almost all modern jazz artists have come from Blue Note Records. Having overcome financial difficulties and made a comeback in the mid-80s, it produced the hit "Cantaloupe" by hip-hop artist Us3 in the 90s, and in recent years has had a global hit with Norah Jones, and continues to be a leading force in the jazz world.


This year marks the 80th anniversary of its founding, and in addition to holding collaborative projects and events in various locations to commemorate the occasion, the documentary film "BLUE NOTE RECORDS BEYOND THE NOTES" (directed by Sophie Huber), which traces the history of "Blue Note Records" through valuable archival footage and conversations with past artists and people closely involved with the label, is scheduled to be released nationwide in stages starting September 6th (Friday).

Only here in the world! Masterpieces crafted with a jazz aesthetic.

©2000 Edmond Edwards
*The photo is for illustrative purposes only.

<Lid Tailor> Bespoke Suit: ¥172,800 *Delivery: 5 weeks later

■ Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 5th Floor = Made to Measure

At Made to Measure on the 5th floor Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building we offer a bespoke suit project focused on the styles of artists from BLUE NOTE RECORDS. We commissioned Osamu Nemoto of LID TAILOR, one of Japan's leading tailors and a source of pride for Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building , to recreate 1960s jazz fashion with Nemoto's own interpretation. Based on the 1960s, considered the golden age of jazz, we propose an extreme Ivy League style that deconstructs the Ivy League look.
This garment will be packed with elements that jazz fans will love.

Click here for an interview with Mr. Nemoto of <Lid Tailor>

Blue Note Records

T-shirt ¥3,780, Tote bag ¥2,700, Mug ¥2,160

■ Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 8th Floor = Isetan Men's Residence

Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 8th floor = Isetan Men's Residence will be selling official items commemorating the 80th anniversary of Blue Note Records, while Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 1st floor = Dress Shirts & Ties will be releasing FAIRFAX ties in collaboration with "BLUE NOTE 80," as well as TIKASHI 's jazz-themed pins and tie bars.

A quartet of fashion, music, and manga!? This unique collaboration will further liven up the event.

On each floor Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building , art photographs from Blue Note Records are displayed alongside fashion items, drawing visitors into the world of jazz and further enhancing the festive atmosphere of the event.
Furthermore, the venue will feature decorations in collaboration with "BLUE GIANT SUPREME," the latest series of "BLUE GIANT" (by Shinichi Ishizuka/Shogakukan), a manga that has sold approximately 4.5 million copies in total and won the Grand Prize in the Manga Division of the 20th Japan Media Arts Festival in 2017, depicting the growth of a protagonist who dreams of becoming a jazz player. This unique collaboration will be a rare opportunity to see it only during this period.

Enjoy a sophisticated moment with a jazz and whiskey duo.

In collaboration with J-WAVE (81.3FM), a one-night-only jazz bar will open on Friday, June 7th, at Cafe Lizig on the 8th floor of Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building . The event will feature Moon, a solo jazz singer from Korea who is active across Asia, and Goro Ito, a composer, arranger, bossa nova guitarist, and music producer from Aomori, as guests, inviting you to the cool world of jazz. Check the event information below for details on how to apply to attend the event. We hope you will enjoy the event while sipping on TALISKER, a single malt Scotch whisky nurtured by the nature of the Isle of Skye in Scotland.

Left ■ Moon: A cool and beautiful jazz singer from South Korea. She gained popularity as the lead singer of WINTERPLAY, South Korea's No. 1 jazzy-pop unit, and made her solo debut in 2018. Her clear and dignified voice has captivated not only South Korea and Japan but also other Asian countries, and her debut album "Kiss Me" topped the Hong Kong overall album chart. Her second album, "Tenderly," produced by Goro Ito, is scheduled for release in July.

Right ■ Goro Ito: A bossa nova guitarist in the direct lineage of João Gilberto, known for his work with naomi & goro and the Goro Ito Ensemble, as well as for producing music for Tomoyo Harada. In recent years, he has also composed music for numerous films, including "The 100th Love with You," "Hibiki," and "Love is Like After the Rain." He is scheduled to release an album with his new unit, land & quiet, in July.

Furthermore, during the event from Wednesday, June 5th to Tuesday, June 18th, Café Lizique will be offering special highballs and cocktails made with "Talisker 10 Year Old," and Salon de Shimaji, located on the same floor and run by Katsuhiko Shimaji, former editor-in-chief of Playboy and now a writer, will also be highlighting spicy highballs made with "Talisker."

A limited-time tequila lounge has also opened.

*Image is for illustrative purposes only.

From Wednesday, June 12th to Tuesday, June 18th, a luxurious lounge themed around jazz and tequila will open for a limited time in the promotion space. Tequila, the Mexican spirit that is gaining attention in Europe and America, will be available for limited bottle sales, and original cocktails and luxurious tasting sets using Lobmeyr glasses will be available for cash on delivery. Customers who spend 3,240 yen (including tax) or more on the designated floor during the same period will receive a free tasting ticket.

Event Details

ISETANMEN'S & J-WAVE PRESENT｜BLUE NOTE 80 ~One For Daddy-O~

■Wednesday, June 5th to Tuesday, June 18th
■ Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 1st Floor = Dress Shirts, Ties/Cufflinks ■ Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 5th Floor = Made to Measure ■ Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 8th Floor = Isetan Men's Residence ■ Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 8th Floor = Cafe Lizik *Menu items using "Talisker 10 Year Old": Straight/On the Rocks/With Water/Spicy Highball/Mint Julep/Irish Coffee

■During the event period, the following seven J-WAVE navigators will be introducing their recommended "Blue Note Records" tracks via the in-store broadcast system at Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building
1. Sasha ➡ Herbie Hancock, 'Maiden Voyage'
2. Yu Watanabe ➡ 'Afrodisia' Kenny Dorham
3. Grover ➡ 'FEEL LIKE MAKIN LOVE' Marlena Shaw
4. Chris Tomoko ➡ 'Shoot the Moon' by Norah Jones
5. Tetsuya Bessho ➡ 'Ruby My Dear' Thelonious Monk
6. Harry Sugiyama ➡ 'Speak Like a Child' by Herbie Hancock
7. Soil CEO ➡ Hank Mobley from 'Ricardo Bossa Nova'

ISETANMEN'S & J-WAVE PRESENT｜BLUE NOTE 80 ~One For Daddy-O~ SPECIAL LIVE
Supported by TALISKER

■Performers: Moon/Goro Ito ■MC: Harry Sugiyama (J-WAVE Navigator)
■Friday, June 7th, show starts at 7:00 PM *Doors open at 6:45 PM■ Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 8th Floor = Isetan Men's Residence/Cafe LIZIG
■Viewing: We are inviting 10 pairs (20 people)
■Details and application method: Please visit the J-WAVE website.

*The above event will be broadcast on J-WAVE at a later date.
(Program Overview)
■Broadcasting station: J-WAVE (81.3FM)
■Program Title: J-WAVE SELECTION TALISKER A NIGHT WITH JAZZ
■Broadcast Date and Time: June 9th (Sun) 22:00-22:54
■Navigator: Harry Sugiyama

Tequila Lounge

■Wednesday, June 12th to Tuesday, June 18th
■ Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 8th Floor = Isetan Men's Residence/Promotion Space
*Tequila is available from 2 PM on weekdays and from 12 PM on Saturdays and Sundays.
*During the event period, customers who spend 3,240 yen (tax included) or more on the designated floors listed above will receive one complimentary tequila cocktail.

*Drinking alcohol is prohibited by law for those under 20 years of age.
*Please refrain from drinking alcohol or participating in tastings if you are driving a vehicle (including motorcycles and bicycles) or are underage.

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