Music

When it comes to live jazz in Japan, few names carry as much weight and cultural influence as Blue Note....

  Introduction: Kanye West, also known as Ye, recently made a splash with his Vultures 2 listening party in Hainan,...

Introduction: Dancehall in Japan Dancehall music, originating from Jamaica, has made a surprising yet vibrant impact on Japan's music and...

In many parts of the world, pop stars dominate the music scene with their flashy performances, massive fan followings, and...

Introduction: Kanye West’s Tokyo Life Kanye West has embarked on a fascinating journey, relocating to Tokyo to work on his...

Introduction: Space in Tokyo In a metropolis like Tokyo, where space is a rare and precious commodity, the way the...

Introduction In the summer of 2025, Japan’s hip-hop scene was rattled when rapper NENE released a diss track titled “OWARI.”...

This weekend, Japan’s biggest hip-hop event, Pop Yours, returns with another packed lineup. Held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, the...

Reggae is often tied to Jamaica’s sunny beaches, political resistance, and the voice of Bob Marley. But halfway across the...

Introduction Since it first launched in 2005, the Greenroom Festival has evolved into one of Japan’s most beloved cultural events....