What this is
Few Japanese rock bands carry the mythological weight of THE YELLOW MONKEY — a group whose 1990s glam-inflected hard rock, theatrical stage presence, and emotionally raw songwriting made them one of the most beloved acts in J-rock history, and whose 2016 reunion after a 15-year hiatus felt like a national event. This is a live concert at Zepp Osaka Bayside, one of Japan's premier mid-sized live music venues, giving fans an intimate setting relative to the arenas the band also fills.
Who should go
Essential for J-rock fans and anyone with a serious interest in Japanese rock history. The band's catalogue spans enough styles — glam, hard rock, ballads, art rock — that curious newcomers will find plenty to latch onto.
Good to know
Tickets are available through eplus.jp and pia.jp, both of which accept foreign credit cards; convenience store pickup at Lawson (combini) is the most reliable option for visitors without a Japanese delivery address. Zepp Osaka Bayside holds approximately 2,500 and is an all-standing venue with a bar and merchandise area — arrive early if you want to buy merch, as queues get long before doors open. The venue operates a bag check for large bags (larger than A4), and cash is useful for drinks and merchandise although card payment is increasingly accepted. Typical show duration for THE YELLOW MONKEY is around 2 to 2.5 hours. Foreign visitors should note the venue is in the Sakishima area of Osaka Bay, slightly removed from the city centre, so factor in extra travel time.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.