Must-see music events and live performances in Tokyo: February 2026

As the city enters its coldest stretch, February’s live music calendar around Tokyo leans toward texture and mood: dense shoe walls, intimate indie songwriting, club-ready pop and the kind of arena-scale rock shows that feel almost cinematic indoors. Some of these performances mark long-awaited returns or rare Japanese dates. Others are mid-sized shows where you can still feel close to the music itself.

Here are a selection of February concerts that really feel worth planning for.

my bloody valentine

Few bands have shaped shoewear canon as profoundly as Irish-British rock band My Bloody Valentine. It’s been more than seven years since they were last here. Their long-awaited return to Japan brings overwhelming volume, fuzzed-out vocals and guitars that feel like they’re bending the air itself. If you’ve got your tickets, this will be one of February’s defining moments. All show dates in Tokyo and Osaka are sold out, but official resales and last-minute ticket releases may still be available closer to the show.

when: February 6-9, 2026
Where: Tokyo Garden Theater
Tickets: From 18,000 yen

radio sakamoto uday

Planned under the long-standing banner of Ryuichi Sakamoto sakamoto radio stationUday positions itself as a city-scale listening experience rather than a traditional single-room gig. The event brings together experimental electronics, ambient music and left-field pop acts from multiple venues in Shibuya, encouraging audiences to move between spaces and discover new sounds along the way. Participating artists include Korean DJ and producer 250, Stuts, Ichiko Aoba, Keigo Oyamada (Cornelius) and U-zhaan, among others.

when: February 13, 2026
Where: Spotify O-East, Music Exchange and Azumaya Group
Tickets: from Admission fee is 8,800 yen, plus 600 yen for drinks

wet legs

Wet Leg is an indie rock band from the Isle of Wight, formed in 2019 by Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers and later expanded to a five-piece band. They rose to international fame with the hit debut single “Chaise Longue”, followed by a self-titled album in 2022, which topped the UK album charts and won a Grammy Award for Best Alternative Album. their 2025 record, moisturizing creamalso debuted at No. 1, cementing their reputation for witty, raw energy inspired by the sounds of artists such as strokes and PJ Harvey. In Tokyo, you can expect a live show where relaxed backing vocals are balanced by hard-and-soft post-punk guitar riffs, all embodying the band’s signature fearless charm.

when: February 18, 2026
Where: Fengzhoukeng
Tickets: 8,800 yen

A night with the pink panther

British anti-pop star Pink Panthers is turning short diary-style tracks into full-blown live experiences. Her songs compress entire emotional arcs into bursts of less than two minutes, blending the nostalgia of jungle, British garage and the early internet. Hits like “Nice to Meet You,” “Pain” and “Boy’s a Liar Pt. 2” flooded social media and garnered viral attention, making her music instantly recognizable. For an evening that was both intimate and exciting, this was a night worth capturing.

when: February 19, 2026
Where: Fengzhoukeng
Tickets: From 12,800 yen

Alex G

Alexander Giannascoli (better known as Alex G) has steadily evolved from lo-fi Bandcamp teen prodigy to one of indie rock’s most quietly influential songwriters. Albums he recorded in his bedroom such as Directly affiliated units (2014) helped him gain a cult following before signing with Domino Records in 2015. Since then, such as beach music (2015), Rocket (2017), sugar house (2019), god bless animals (2022) and his latest work, headlights (2025), showcased his knack for ragged guitar, layered vocals, and emotional songwriting.

when: February 19, 2026
Where: Former Roppongi Theater
Tickets: From 8,000 yen

Goose

If you’ve been online in the past few months, you may have stumbled upon Geese. Their latest studio album exploded in popularity after its release killed. The Brooklyn band became popular for their songs, which often mixed post-punk tension and classic indie rock in one song. All tickets are sold out, but official resales and last-minute ticket releases may still be available closer to the show.

when: February 19-20, 2026
Where: Daikanyama Universe Odd Number
Tickets: From 6,000 yen (Additional 1 drink)

Mike DeMarco

Mac DeMarco’s languid guitar pop has made him a touchstone for cool, DIY indie music, as he combines sleepy, melodic guitar lines with understated, heartfelt songwriting. The Canadian-born man first gained widespread attention with his album salad day 2014. This February, DeMarco will return to Japan, performing in Fukuoka, Osaka, Kyoto and Nagoya, culminating in two shows at Kanda Plaza Hall in Tokyo. While tickets across Japan are currently sold out, official resales and last-minute ticket releases may still be available closer to the show.

when: February 21-22, 2026
Where: Kanda Plaza Lobby
Tickets: From 8,500 yen (Additional 1 drink)

sheep literature

Hitsujibungaku fuses Moeka Shiotsuka’s delicate yet powerful vocals with roaring guitars, carving out a unique space in the Japanese alternative rock scene. They gained attention with animated themes such as Season 2’s “More Than Words” Jujutsu Kaisen and “burn” from Son of ShinobuSeason 2. albums such as our hope and 12 hugs (like butterflies)Released in 2022 and 2023 respectively, demonstrating their vulnerability and strength.

when: February 24, 2026
Where: KT Zepp Yokohama
Tickets: From 6,500 yen

Zutomayo

Zutomayo is a secretive Japanese rock project founded in 2018, centered around anonymous singer-songwriter Aca-Ne. The band is known for its innovative alternative pop music that incorporates jazz chord progressions, complex rhythms and catchy melodies, often using non-traditional instruments such as electric scalloped bass and televised drums. Their debut hit “Bite the Second Hand” went viral on YouTube in 2018, reaching 200,000 views in a week.

when: February 28 and March 1, 2026
Where: Nippon Budokan
Tickets: From 9,900 yen

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Updated on February 4, 2026