The Best Concerts in Japan 2025-26
If you’d like to enjoy a high-profile concert in Japan, here are some gigs planned for 2025-26.
Alicia Keys
Alicia is a New York-born R&B singer and 17-time Grammy winner who has sold more than 65 million albums. In honor of her first visit to Japan for 12 years, Alicia has hinted at the release of a Japan-exclusive best-of album.
You can buy tickets for her concert at Tokyo International Forum Hall A on August 19 here: Stubhub.
Babymetal
If you are a J-pop fan, you might’ve heard of Babymetal, a popular girl group. Their genre is not for the faint of heart but makes a great concert experience of rock, pop, indie, alternative, thrash & speed metal and heavy metal.
You can buy tickets for their August 30 gig at K-Arena Yokohama here: Stubhub.
Muse
Rock band Muse will return to Japan during their global tour. Muse is widely known for their fusion of alternative rock, space rock and other electronic elements. They deliver a high-energy performance with electronic and orchestral influences, so fans can expect an unforgettable live music experience.
Buy tickets for their gigs at Kyocera Dome Osaka on September 23 and K-Arena Yokohama on September 25 here Viagogo.
Foo Fighters
Rock fans, you’ll never believe who’s coming to Japan: Foo Fighters will play in Saitama and Kobe! Known for their alternative rock grunge roots, Foo Fighters has remained one of rock’s most captivating bands.
Buy tickets on Viagogo.
Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey is finally returning to Japan with three shows in Kobe and Yokohama this fall. Known for powerful vocals and music chart success, fans can enjoy her best-known hits and some of her newer pop, R&B, soul and gospel.
Mariah’s concert dates in Japan are October 28 at Glion Arena Kobe and at K-Arena Yokohama on November 1 and 2. Tickets: Viagogo.
TV Girl
Formed in San Diego, CA, in 2012, TV Girl has been creating songs with nostalgic melodies inspired by dreamy music from the 1960s and is gradually gaining recognition in the indie pop scene.
Their concert is on December 11 at Kanda Square Hall. Buy tickets here: Viagogo.
Blackpink
World-famous K-pop group Blackpink will perform at Tokyo Dome, where they became the first female K-pop group to headline multiple shows at this venue. Known for their genre-blending style of music, their concert is on January 16, 2026.
Tickets: Viagogo.
Lady Gaga
From her mix of genres such as electropop, funk and dance-pop, to her theatrical flair, Lady Gaga will likely bring a crazy and energetic atmosphere to satisfy longtime fans and new listeners.
Buy tickets for her Tokyo Dome performance on January 25 here: Viagogo.
Vaundy
As the youngest solo male artist in Japan to headline a full-scale dome tour, Vaundy is claimed to be Japan’s most influential new-generation hits as he utilises a mix of pop, R&B, electronic and alternative.
More details here: Vaundy
NCT Dream
NCT Dream has been creating buzz around local and overseas K-pop lovers after announcing their return to Japan. With a diverse lineup of songs, they showcase their musical blend of K-pop, R&B, hip-hop and pop while appealing to each of their fan bases. Stay updated about their upcoming 2025-26 gigs happening in Osaka, Aichi and Saitama on the NCT Dream website.