I got to Osaka today and already checked out the Tower Records across the street from my hotel. I bought 3 CDs that I don't think are available in the states except as imports.

Are there any Japanese artists or releases I should look out for? The three I bought are Husking Bee, Kiwiroll, and Thee Michelle Gun Elephant. The person I'm traveling with bought the latest Matthew Sweet. There are TONS of Japanese artists, and there's a whole punk section, etc. of Japanese artists. I just really don't know what to look for, so any help would be appreciated.

Stone