What this is
Free entry by lottery — that's the headline for this orchestral celebration of Koei Tecmo's Romance of the Three Kingdoms series, marking 40 years since the strategy game franchise launched. Conducted by Kenichi Shimura, the concert performs music drawn from across the series' history, and doubles as a tribute to producer Kou Shibusawa's 45 years in game development. Up to 1,000 people can attend in person at KT Zepp Yokohama, with a further 3,000 online streaming slots also available free via the same lottery.
Who should go
Fans of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms game series or Koei Tecmo's classic strategy titles. Note that venue attendance is strictly 18 and over — no exceptions.
Good to know
There are no tickets to buy — entry is by free lottery application through the official website, open until August 31, 2026. Both in-person (1,000 slots) and online streaming (3,000 slots) require separate applications, so apply for both to maximise your chances. KT Zepp Yokohama is a standing live venue with a capacity of around 2,500 at full capacity; for an orchestral concert seating may be arranged, but confirm via the official site. The venue is cashless-friendly but bring a Suica or Pasmo card for transport. Doors typically open 30–60 minutes before showtime at Zepp venues — arrive early as lottery winners may need to show confirmation on their phone. Foreign visitors should note that lottery confirmation emails are likely in Japanese, so use a translation app when applying.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.