What this is
Meiwa Denki — the eccentric Tokyo-based art unit known for absurdist electronic instruments and performance art — is embarking on a solo concert tour hitting every single one of Japan's 47 prefectures, a logistically staggering undertaking that is itself part of the artistic statement. This Gifu Prefecture stop takes place at Ogaki Suitopia Center Cultural Hall. Expect a blend of live music, gadgetry, and deadpan comedy that defies easy categorisation.
Who should go
Fans of Japanese experimental art, quirky performance, and DIY electronics culture will find this unmissable. Curious newcomers with an appetite for the genuinely weird are equally welcome — no prior knowledge of Meiwa Denki is required to enjoy the spectacle.
Good to know
Tickets are most likely available through eplus.jp or pia.jp — both accept foreign credit cards, and Lawson convenience store pickup (combini) is the safest option for visitors without a Japanese delivery address. Ogaki Suitopia Center Cultural Hall is a mid-sized regional cultural venue; seating is likely reserved and the hall is relatively intimate, which makes for a close-up experience with the performer. Cash is advisable for any merchandise sold at the venue. The tour's 47-prefecture ambition means each show is a standalone event — this Gifu date will not be repeated locally. Meiwa Denki performances typically run 60–90 minutes and often include audience interaction with the inventor's signature 'Nonsense Machines'.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.