Music & Nightlife

Your guide to the best clubs, live music, gigs, concerts and festivals in Tokyo

Interview: Atarashii Gakko!
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Interview: Atarashii Gakko!

The relentlessly energetic pop-punk foursome on their tenth anniversary and what Japanese food they can’t live without
Interview: Orono’s perfect day
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Interview: Orono’s perfect day

The electrifying cover star of our summer–autumn 2025 issue shares her favourite things to do in Tokyo
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Dub Sessions 20th Anniversary
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Dub Sessions 20th Anniversary

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Dub Sessions returns with a line-up that unites three giants of the UK dub scene. Curated by Adrian Sherwood, the mastermind...
Soccer Mommy
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Soccer Mommy

Sophie Allison, aka Soccer Mommy from Nashville, USA, has announced her first Japan tour in six years. Her latest album Evergreen, released in October 2024,...
Franz Ferdinand
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Franz Ferdinand

Franz Ferdinand made a stunning debut with ‘Darts Of Pleasure’ back in 2003, followed by the explosive hit ‘Take Me Out’. Their...

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Bar Italia
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Bar Italia

One of the UK’s most beloved rock bands in recent years, Bar Italia comes to Tokyo to showcase their latest record, Some Like It Hot. Their new sound...
Men I Trust
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Men I Trust

The Canadian indie band Men I Trust are masters of mood. Sonically, they traffic in dream pop with nostalgia-drenched synths, groovy basslines and angelic...
Autechre
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Autechre

With live shows often described as transcendental journeys, the Manchester duo Autechre returns to Tokyo for one night only. Their early work is reminiscent of...
Wet Leg
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Wet Leg

The breakout UK post-punk act Wet Leg made their introduction to the world through their buzzy debut single ‘Chaise Longue’. It was everywhere in...
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More things to do after dark

24-hour Tokyo
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24-hour Tokyo

Discover all the best places in Tokyo for late-night drinking and dining, plus things to do round the clock
Best night views in Tokyo
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Best night views in Tokyo

Want to gaze out at the mesmerising Tokyo skyline? Check out these great views of the city after dark