What this is
Ruiza — guitarist of the long-running visual kei band D — brings his solo touring series to Fukuoka for its 13th instalment. BURNING SOUL is a recurring live event he personally curates and headlines, typically featuring a tight setlist of his own material alongside guest performers drawn from the visual kei scene. Expect a small-venue intensity that larger arena shows can't replicate.
Who should go
Visual kei fans and followers of Ruiza or D will get the most out of this. Solo travellers and couples comfortable navigating a Japanese-language live environment are fine; casual J-rock tourists may find the niche appeal limited.
Good to know
Tickets are most reliably purchased through eplus.jp or pia.jp, both of which accept foreign credit cards; select convenience store pickup (Lawson combini) to avoid delivery issues. Fukuoka DRUM SON is a compact live house with a capacity of roughly 300–400, making it an all-standing, close-quarters venue with an intimate atmosphere typical of the visual kei circuit. Merchandise booths usually open before doors and sell out fast — arrive early if you want tour goods. The venue is cash-friendly at the bar but bring yen as card acceptance on the floor can be inconsistent. Show duration for this format is typically 90–120 minutes with no support act confirmed.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.