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 2024 (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.
Additionally, Japan's biggest music festivals are also returning this summer with Fuji Rock and Summer Sonic both boasting impressive lineups.
Update June 10: The first advance ticket sales for Dua Lipa's Tokyo concerts are now open.
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Hallyu superstars Enhypen are continuing their world tour with 11 performances in five cities across Japan, namely Saitama, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Nagoya and Sendai. The group will have three concerts on June 11, 12 and 13 at Saitama Super Arena. Look forward to seeing Jungwon, Heesung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo and Niki as they get ready to wow the crowds with their sultry dancing and hits like 'Bite Me', 'Fever', 'Drunk-Dazed' and more. More concert deets via the website.
Following their smash performance at Summer Sonic last year, K-pop starlets NewJeans will be hosting their first ever solo show in Tokyo with two fan meet concerts at Tokyo Dome on June 26 and 27. The group, consisting of Minji, Hanni, Haerin, Hyein and Danielle, will perform some of their hottest songs including 'OMG', 'Super Shy’ and ‘Ditto’ along with their latest single, ‘Bubble Gum’. More details here.
Twice are returning to Tokyo for two special performances as part of their ‘Ready to Be’ world tour on July 20 and 21 at Ajinomoto Stadium. Since debuting in 2015, the group have gone on to sell out stadiums across the globe performing top hits like 'The Feels', 'Alcohol-Free', 'TT' and their latest single ‘One Spark’. For more deets, visit here.
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Celebrating a whopping 25 years in the music industry, J-pop superstar Hikaru Utada is gearing up to start their first Japan tour in six years. Along with the nationwide set of shows, Utada is also releasing an album of her greatest hits, titled 'Science Fiction', in 2024. Like the album, the tour is set to showcase Utada's sensational career from their debut song 'Automatic/Time Will Tell' to the record-breaking hit 'First Love'. Tokyo shows are scheduled for August 3 and 4 at Yoyogi National Stadium. More deets here.
Rising Japanese singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze is hosting two shows at Yokohama’s Nissan Stadium on August 24 and 25. The Okayama native first rose to popularity thanks to his hit piano covers on YouTube, which eventually led him to nab his first record label deal. Following his first album in 2020, he is now touring worldwide to promote his second album, 'Love All Serve All'. More info here.
Get ready to be swooned by British singer-songwriter Bruno Major, who is returning to Tokyo to perform at Zepp Shinjuku on September 2. Major will be sharing music from his latest album 'Columbo', which was released in 2023. Of course, you can also expect to hear fan-favourite hits including ‘Nothing’, ‘Easily’ and ‘The Most Beautiful Thing’. For more details, visit here.
American singer-songwriter and former YouTuber Conan Gray is making his way to Tokyo to perform at Tokyo Garden Theater on September 9. The Gen Z pop prince is currently on tour to promote his latest album, 'Found Heaven', which was just released in April. After his Tokyo performance, Gray will be heading to Osaka for another concert stop on September 10. More info here.
Iconic English heavy metal band Iron Maiden have been around since the ’70s and show no signs of slowing down as they make their way back to Japan with a stop in Tokyo on September 26. Since their debut album in 1980, the group has gone on to release 15 studio albums and have won numerous awards including multiple Grammys. The legendary band is currently making their way around the globe for 'The Future Past Tour', which highlights their 2021 album 'Senjutsu' and 1986 record ‘Somewhere in Time’. More info here.
Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Guts World Tour’ is finally coming to Asia with a stop at Tokyo’s Ariake Arena on September 27. This will be Rodrigo’s very first time performing in Japan and fans can look forward to catching the singer-songwriter as she rocks the house with her chart-topping hits including 'Deja Vu', 'Good 4 U' and 'Vampire'. You can find more concert details here.
Legendary American rock band Journey are returning to Tokyo for the first time in seven years with two performances at Nippon Budokan on October 23 and 24. The concerts are part of the band's ‘50th Anniversary Freedom Tour’ where they’ll also be making stops in Yokohama and Osaka. You'll be able to catch the band's iconic hits including 'Don't Stop Believin'', 'Open Arms', 'Separate Ways' and many more. More deets here.
English singer-songwriter Jorja Smith is making her way to Japan this autumn with stops in Tokyo and Osaka. Her Tokyo show will take place at Toyosu Pit on October 23. Look forward to catching her smooth vocals as she wows the crowds with songs from her second full-length album, 'Falling or Flying', which was released in 2023. More concert details via the website.
Canadian starlet Tate McRae is currently touring the globe on her 'Think Later World Tour', and will be stopping by Tokyo at Toyosu Pit on October 29. The singer-songwriter and dancer is promoting her second album ‘Think Later’ and will be charming the crowds with some of her smash hits including 'Rubberband', 'Exes', 'You Broke Me First' and many more. More info here.
Global superstar Dua Lipa is set to return to Japan for the first time in six years for her Radical Optimism Tour. The Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter will have just two shows at Saitama Super Arena on November 16 and 17 before moving onto Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and Seoul.
You'll be able to catch Lipa's hottest hits including 'Houdini' and 'Dance The Night' from the movie 'Barbie'. More concert details here.
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