What this is
Part listening session, part coffee gathering, HOWRING is a daytime ambient and electronica event at COMPUFUNK RECORDS built around the mood of Japan's rainy season — slow, grey, and quietly beautiful. Producer sumi curates live sets and DJ performances blending delicate electronic soundscapes with specialty coffee from NOWA coffee roastery and pastries from traveling café kissa koenomori. It's explicitly designed to ease newcomers into electronic music culture, so the vibe leans contemplative rather than club-heavy.
Who should go
Newcomers curious about electronic music who find typical club nights intimidating, and regulars who appreciate ambient and electronica in an unhurried, daytime setting. Coffee and café culture enthusiasts will feel equally at home here.
Good to know
COMPUFUNK RECORDS is an independent record store venue, so capacity is likely small — arriving at or before the 4:00 PM start time is strongly recommended to secure a spot. Tickets or entry payment are likely handled at the door in cash; bring yen as small independent venues in Tokyo rarely accept foreign cards. The drink ticket is included in the entry fee, redeemable at the bar. Specialty coffee from NOWA coffee roastery and pastries from kissa koenomori are available, making this as much a café experience as a music event. As a record-store event, expect an attentive, low-volume atmosphere rather than a loud club environment — conversation is part of the experience.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.