A scarce and exceptionally attractive 1965 Japanese Victor EP, Elvis' Christmas Album (SCP-1205), issued as part of the distinctive Compact Double 33 series. This is a uniquely compelling Japanese Elvis release, created specifically for the Japanese market as a six-track Christmas package that draws together material from the earlier American Elvis Sings Christmas Songs and Christmas With Elvis EPs. The programme brings together Christmas classics including White Christmas, Silent Night, Blue Christmas and Santa Bring My Baby Back To Me. What makes this release particularly distinctive is its technical format: unlike a conventional 45 RPM single, this Japanese 7-inch plays at 33⅓ RPM, a space-efficient solution that allowed six tracks to fit onto one compact disc. Original examples were supplied in a laminated picture sleeve with an accompanying 4-page lyric sheet—both elements present here—making this a complete and wonderfully presented package that combines unusual Japanese packaging with one of the most collectible themes in the Elvis catalogue. ⸻ Sleeve (VG+): Very attractive laminated Japanese picture sleeve retaining a nice gloss. Some light edge wear is present, but overall this remains a strong and well-preserved example → VG+ Insert / Lyric Sheet: Original 4-page lyric sheet included Vinyl (VG+): Nice clean copy with good shine. Some light superficial hairlines are visible from normal handling and play, but nothing excessive → VG+ ⸻ Details * Japan 1st pressing * RCA Victor SCP-1205 * Compact Double 33 series * 7-inch EP playing at 33⅓ RPM * Six tracks * Original laminated picture sleeve * Original lyric sheet included