What this is
Nigami 17-sai is a beloved Japanese indie rock band known for their literary, melancholic songwriting and the distinctive vocals of frontman Kida Nobuyuki, who also writes novels. Their live shows are intimate and emotionally charged, drawing heavily from their catalogue of introspective, wordy rock songs that sit somewhere between Japanese folk-rock and alternative. This Nagoya date at Shin'ei Shangri-La puts them in a small, close-capacity club setting β the kind of show where the gap between band and audience almost disappears.
Who should go
Fans of Japanese indie rock and literary-leaning songwriters will find this essential. Casual listeners curious about the quieter, more cerebral side of Japan's rock scene will also get a lot from it, though non-Japanese speakers may find the lyric-heavy experience less immersive.
Good to know
Tickets are most reliably purchased through eplus.jp or pia.jp, both of which accept foreign credit cards; convenience store pickup at Lawson or FamilyMart is the safest collection method for visitors without a Japanese delivery address. Shin'ei Shangri-La is a small live house in Nagoya with a capacity in the low hundreds, making this an all-standing, close-quarters show with a strong local fanbase atmosphere. Arrive at door-open time β typically 30 to 60 minutes before the show starts β to get a comfortable spot. Cash is recommended for drinks and any merchandise sold at the venue. Photo and video policies at Japanese live houses of this size are generally restrictive; assume no recording unless explicitly stated otherwise.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change β verify with the official source before attending.