Yamanaka Sawao & ELPIS Daydream Again Tour | Live Rock in Hiroshima 2026
About this event
What this is
Yamanaka Sawao is the frontman and guitarist of The Pillows, one of Japan's most beloved and enduring alternative rock bands, known for their melodic punk sound and cult following built over three decades. This tour, titled 'Daydream again,' appears to be a solo or side project venture featuring Yamanaka performing under the ELPIS banner, bringing his signature guitar-driven songwriting to an intimate club setting. The Pillows gained significant international recognition through their association with the FLCL anime soundtrack, making Yamanaka a figure of genuine crossover appeal among both domestic rock fans and anime-adjacent audiences worldwide. A Hiroshima stop on a named tour at Club Quattro represents a carefully curated, small-venue experience that fans of Japanese indie and alternative rock will find rare and rewarding.
Who should go
This show is ideal for fans of Japanese alternative rock, The Pillows, and anyone who appreciates melodic, guitar-forward songwriting in an intimate live setting. The Club Quattro format draws a passionate, knowledgeable crowd — expect fellow music lovers rather than casual concertgoers, creating a warm and communal atmosphere. Anime fans who discovered The Pillows through FLCL will find this a genuinely meaningful live experience. Arrive early to secure a good standing position, as the venue is small and fills quickly for acts of this calibre.
Good to know
Tickets must be purchased in advance — there is no indication of door sales, so do not arrive without a ticket. Buy through eplus.jp or pia.jp using a foreign credit card and select combini pickup at Lawson for the most hassle-free collection. Club Quattro Hiroshima is a mid-sized live music club, typically holding around 500–700 people, with an all-standing floor and a relaxed but attentive rock-gig atmosphere. Entry is by numbered order (整理番号), so check your assigned number and join the queue before doors open — lower numbers enter first. The venue operates a cash bar; bring some yen for drinks, and note that young children (pre-school age) are strictly not admitted.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.
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