What this is
MUSIUM Music Archives Vol.1 is an intimate one-night listening event at MUSIUM in Roppongi, Tokyo, hosted by DJ MURO — widely regarded as Japan's greatest record digger and a foundational figure in Japanese hip-hop culture. MURO spent two days personally excavating USEN's extraordinary archive of over 100,000 vinyl records to hand-select the tracks featured in this session. Rather than a conventional DJ set, the evening is structured as a curated listening experience, with documentary footage of MURO's digging process playing alongside the music to provide context and storytelling. USEN is a legendary Japanese music broadcasting company whose physical record archive represents decades of collected vinyl history. This event marks the first volume in what appears to be an ongoing series, making it a landmark occasion for record culture in Tokyo.
Who should go
This event is essential for vinyl enthusiasts, hip-hop heads, and anyone with a serious interest in record culture and music history. The intimate bar setting at MUSIUM means the crowd will be small, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate — expect a listening-room atmosphere rather than a party. Music journalists, DJs, and collectors will find the documentary footage and curatorial context particularly rewarding. The affordable standing ticket makes it accessible even for curious newcomers to the scene. Arrive early to secure a seated spot and get the full listening experience.
Good to know
Tickets are likely available through MUSIUM's own channels or a ticketing partner — check the venue's official website or social media for booking links, as smaller Roppongi venues often sell directly. MUSIUM is a boutique bar-venue in Roppongi with limited capacity, so seated tickets in particular are expected to sell out quickly — book as early as possible. The event starts at 22:00, which is late even by Tokyo nightlife standards, so plan your last-train times carefully; Roppongi Station is a short walk away and night buses are available if you miss the last train. Drinks are purchased separately at the bar, and most small Tokyo venues of this type are cash-friendly but may also accept IC cards or credit cards — bring cash to be safe. Photography and recording policy is not specified, but given the intimate listening-session format, it is advisable to ask staff before taking photos.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.