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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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...
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...

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Oneohtrix Point Never
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Oneohtrix Point Never

Daniel Lopatin, aka Oneohtrix Point Never (OPN), returns with a brand new record titled Tranquilizer, which earned a spot on Pitchfork’s ‘Best New...
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

The best of the Tokyo music scene

Best live music venues in Tokyo
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Best live music venues in Tokyo

Tokyo has one of the most exciting local music scenes in the world, with top-notch talents on display any night of the week
Best jazz bars in Tokyo
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Best jazz bars in Tokyo

Tokyo is Asia's jazz capital, with great shows taking place daily in tiny bars and mega-clubs
Best music bars in Tokyo
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Best music bars in Tokyo

A laidback drinking experience, music bars are known for their curated playlists and extensive vinyl collections