Guide
Everything you need to know about attending concerts in Japan as a foreigner — in English.
Getting Tickets
How to Buy Tickets in Japan
Step-by-step guide to using Ticketmaster Japan, eplus, Lawson, and 7-Eleven ticket kiosks.
Read more →Japan's Ticket Lottery System
Most popular concerts use a lottery. Learn how to enter, when results come out, and how to pay.
Read more →Fan Club Memberships
Many artists sell tickets exclusively through their fan club first. Here's how to join as a foreigner.
Read more →At the Venue
Concert Etiquette & Tips
What to wear, what to bring, fan chants, light sticks, and the unspoken rules of Japanese concerts.
Read more →Venue Guide
How to find your seat, where the merch lines are, food & drink rules, and cloakroom tips.
Read more →Tips for Foreign Visitors
ID requirements, cashless payment, translation apps, and how to communicate with venue staff.
Read more →Artist Info
Understanding Japanese Artist Tiers
Dome tours, hall tours, live house shows — what the different venue sizes mean for the experience.
Read more →How to Follow Japanese Artists
Official apps, fan club sites, Twitter/X, and YouTube — staying up to date on announcements.
Read more →Merchandise (グッズ) Guide
Concert goods, pre-order merch, Loppi kiosk orders, and what to expect at venue goods booths.
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