Get ready for some powerhouse concerts in Tokyo this year, including Kylie Minogue, J-Hope, Green Day, Oasis and more
If you're looking to experience a major concert in Tokyo, you're in luck. We've got shows lined-up for the rest of 2025 (and there's more to come) from some of the biggest names in rock, K-pop, hip hop and more. Here are the best concerts to look forward to in Tokyo over the next few months.
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Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning artist, DJ and producer Zedd is finally returning to Japan with a highly anticipated performance at K-Arena Yokohama on February 24. You’ll be able to enjoy an entire evening of great music as the lead-up to Zedd will feature three opening acts including Japanese groups Fruits Zipper and Atarashi Gakko as well as up-and-coming Dutch DJ, Mesto. More concert details here.
Iconic American rock band Green Day is gearing up for two incredible performances at K-Arena Yokohama from February 25 to 26. Ahead of Yokohama, the band will also be stopping for performances in Osaka and Nagoya. Look forward to hearing some of their iconic hits including 'American Idiot', ‘Wake Me Up When September Ends’, ‘Holiday’ and much more. For more concert info, visit the website (do note that all performances are currently sold out).
American singer-songwriter Kehlani is making her way to Japan as part of her Crash World Tour with a concert at Pacifico Yokohama on February 26. The Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum songstress has continued to wow audiences with her sultry sounds including hits like ‘Crazy’, ‘After Hours’, ‘Nights Like This’, and many more. Following Yokohama, Kehlani will give a second performance in Osaka on February 28. More deets here.
A subunit of K-pop mega group NCT, NCT 127 currently consists of Johnny, Doyoung, Yuta, Jungwoo, Haechan and Mark, and they’ll be taking over Tokyo Dome from March 9 to 10 for back-to-back concerts. The boys will also be stopping by Osaka, Kitakyushu and Nagoya as part of their third New City: Japan – The Unity tour. More information here.
For one night only, the princess of pop will be returning to Tokyo on March 12 to perform at Ariake Arena. The Tokyo concert is part of the Asian leg of her Tension Tour, where she'll also be stopping in Bangkok, Kaohsiung and Manila. Keep tabs on Tokyo concert updates, visit the website.
Also known as BTS’s ‘little brothers’, this quintet from BigHit Music are gearing up to hold a series of live performances in Japan as part of their Act: Promise world tour. The K-pop group is scheduled for two shows on March 12 and 13 at Yokohama’s K-Arena. Stay updated via their Japanese website here.
Legendary rockstar Jack White is finally coming to Tokyo for his highly anticipated first solo Japan tour. The 12-time Grammy winner first made his name as part of the White Stripes and later pursued a solo career that now encompasses six albums. As part of his world tour, White will be promoting his most recent album, No Name, which was released in July 2024. The Tokyo concerts will take place at Toyosu Pit on March 15 and 17. More info here.
The four-time Grammy-winning guitar virtuoso and singer is bringing his explosive blend of blues, rock and soul to Odaiba’s premier gig spot on April 10 as a part of his 2025 Japan tour. Returning to Japan after 12 years away, Clark – whose bold guitar artistry has since earned him collaborations with Stevie Wonder, Beyonce, Alicia Keys, Childish Gambino and others – can be counted on to deliver a powerful show. Tickets are available via Ticket Pia.
Legendary guitarist and singer-songwriter Eric Clapton is returning to Tokyo for an eight-night residency at the Nippon Budokan on April 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 24, 26 and 27. Marking his 24th visit to the country since 1974, the highly influential guitarist known for his signature songs like ‘Layla’, ‘Wonderful Tonight’ and ‘Tears in Heaven’ is sure to deliver a powerful show. Get your tickets now through the event website.
Fresh from his recent military discharge, BTS superstar and rapper J-Hope is embarking on a worldwide solo tour and will be gracing Tokyo with his presence on April 19 and 20 at Saitama Super Arena. The concert will be J-Hope's first visit to Japan in about two and a half years since his appearance at the 2022 Mama Awards. You can find more information on the website.
Get ready as Earth, Wind & Fire and Nile Rodgers are touring Japan this coming April. The illustrious band and renowned American musician will be performing two shows at Yokohama’s Pia Arena MM on April 19 and 20 followed by concerts in Osaka and Nagoya. They’re bound to play some of their biggest hits including ‘September’, ‘Sing A Song’, ‘Boogie Wonderland’ and much more. More concert info here.
Pop icon Cyndi Lauper, known for her string of ’80s hits such as ‘Time After Time’ and ‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun’, is making a stop at Tokyo’s Nippon Budokan this April as a part of her Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour. While the initial two shows (April 22 & 23) have already sold out, organisers have added an additional show at the same venue on April 25 in response to immense demand among Lauper’s fans. More info via the website.
K-pop starlets Kiss of Life may have only debuted in 2023, but the girls are taking the industry by storm with some of the catchiest songs to hit the charts including ‘Sticky’ and ‘Igloo’. Heading to Yokohama as part of their very first world tour to include Asia, Natty, Julie, Belle and Haneul will be gracing KT Zepp Yokohama on April 30 followed by another concert in Osaka on May 2. More details can be found here.
Acclaimed American vocal harmony group Boyz II Men are making their way to Japan for the first time in seven years with performances lined up in Osaka, Nagoya and Tokyo. The capital will be the last stop on their Japan visit and they'll be taking over the stage at Tokyo Garden Theater on May 16. You can find more performance information here.
Look forward to the heavenly vocals of Sarah Brightman as she prepares to serenade Tokyo for the first time in three years. The Grammy-nominated singer will be performing twice at the Tokyo International Forum on July 5 and 6, in addition to a performance at Pacifico Yokohama National Hall on July 3. More info here.
Liam and Noel Gallagher, the brothers behind the iconic British rock band Oasis, are putting their differences aside to come back together for a 2025 reunion tour to celebrate the band’s 30th anniversary. The duo will be taking the stage at Tokyo Dome on October 25 and 26 with some of their most popular, chart-topping hits including 'Wonderwall', 'Don't Look Back in Anger' and more. More details here.
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