What this is
One of K-pop's biggest acts brings their world tour to Japan National Stadium — the 68,000-capacity Olympic venue that only a handful of artists ever fill. Stray Kids, the eight-member group known for self-producing much of their own music, have built a reputation for high-energy performances with elaborate stage production, pyrotechnics, and intense choreography. Dates at a stadium this size signal a genuine landmark moment in their Japan career.
Who should go
Stray Kids fans (STAY) are the core audience, but the sheer spectacle of a stadium-scale K-pop production makes it worth considering for anyone curious about the genre at its most ambitious. Solo travellers and groups are equally well-catered for at seated stadium shows.
Good to know
Tickets are typically sold via eplus.jp and pia.jp — both accept foreign credit cards, and Lawson convenience store pickup (combini) is the most reliable collection method for visitors without a Japanese delivery address. Japan National Stadium holds approximately 68,000 and is a fully seated outdoor venue; bring a light layer as evening temperatures in late August can drop once the sun sets, and rain ponchos are worth packing given the open-air design. The stadium has strict bag size rules (generally A4 or smaller for unsearched entry) and professional cameras with detachable lenses are prohibited. Food and drink concessions are available inside but cash is recommended as not all stalls accept cards. Expect the venue perimeter to be extremely crowded 2–3 hours before doors; the Sendagaya gate area is typically less congested than the main Olympic plaza entrance.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.