What this is
Fifteen years into their career, Japanese band Monocle mark the milestone with a one-man show at Billboard Live TOKYO timed to the release of their new work 'Hate'. Billboard Live is one of Tokyo's most intimate and polished live music venues — a dinner-and-drinks setting where every seat has a clear sightline to the stage, making it a very different experience from a standard standing concert. Expect a set that likely spans their catalogue alongside the new material.
Who should go
Existing Monocle fans will get the most out of this — it's a dedicated anniversary celebration rather than a general showcase. The Billboard Live format suits those who prefer a seated, relaxed concert atmosphere over a standing crowd.
Good to know
Tickets are sold through the Billboard Live TOKYO official website (billboard-live.com) — foreign credit cards are generally accepted on their booking platform. Billboard Live TOKYO is a supper-club-style venue with a capacity of around 300, fully seated with tables, and a mandatory food and drink order (the 'service charge') on top of the ticket price — budget an extra ¥2,000–¥4,000 per person for this. The venue is located in the Roppongi Hills complex, easily accessible from Roppongi station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya and Toei Oedo lines. Doors typically open 30–45 minutes before showtime; arriving early is recommended to order and settle before the performance. Photography and video policies are set by the artist and announced on the night.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.