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

Nightlife
From rap shows to raves, this list has got you covered

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Best live music venues and DJ bars in Tokyo
Our favourite places across the city to support the local scene

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The best concerts coming to Tokyo in 2025-2026
Get ready for some powerhouse concerts in Tokyo, including Lady Gaga, Mariah Carey, Katy Perry, Blackpink and more

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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

Music
Best jazz bars in Tokyo
Tokyo is Asia's jazz capital, with great shows taking place daily in tiny bars and mega-clubs
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Upcoming gigs, concerts and festivals
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Best music festivals in Tokyo and Japan
Japan's many music festivals provide an astonishing variety of settings, styles and genres, along with appearances by many world-class acts and a healthy dose...
More things to do after dark

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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

Bars and pubs
Best record stores with bars in Tokyo
Vinyl records and good drinks go hand in hand. Here are the best record stores with bars 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
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