Kenshi Yonezu GHOSTs Osaka
Kenshi Yonezu brings his GHOST tour to Osaka-jō Hall for two nights, returning to the arena after his spectacular 2025 Kyocera Dome concerts. Discover the artist whose journey from internet music culture to international stardom has reshaped Japanese pop.
Kenshi Yonezu returns to Osaka-jō Hall on November 18 and 19, bringing his 2026 TOUR / GHOST to the arena where he performed three years earlier. The two concerts follow his February 2025 appearances at Kyocera Dome Osaka, where the acclaimed singer-songwriter brought his ambitious JUNK tour to one of the city’s largest stages. Now, Yonezu returns to a familiar venue for another chapter in a remarkable live career.
Those previous Osaka performances offer a glimpse of what makes Yonezu such a compelling concert artist. At Kyocera Dome, audiences experienced atmospheric visuals, dancers and music that moved between sweeping emotion and powerful rock arrangements. Yet his 2023 Osaka-jō Hall concerts reveal a more personal dimension: relaxed conversations with guitarist Hiroshi Nakajima, attentive crowds and a welcoming community of fans gathering outside the venue. Yonezu’s earlier concerts demonstrate an imagination that extends well beyond the music itself.
His appeal also reaches far beyond traditional pop audiences. Songs such as Lemon, KICK BACK and Peace Sign have become cultural touchstones, while his contributions to Chainsaw Man, My Hero Academia and Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron have introduced his music to audiences around the world. His sound moves effortlessly between alternative rock, electronic textures, intricate melodies and deeply personal songwriting.
That international appeal became unmistakable during his 2025 JUNK tour, which expanded from major Japanese arenas and domes to concerts in Asia, Europe and North America. Japanese music journalists documented performances that combined elaborate visual storytelling with Yonezu’s distinctive voice and commanding stage presence, introducing his Japanese-language songs to enthusiastic audiences overseas.
Long before those international stages, Yonezu began creating music under the name Hachi, publishing influential Vocaloid compositions online. His transition to performing under his own name transformed an unconventional internet-born career into one of contemporary Japanese music’s greatest success stories.
For Osaka fans, GHOST brings that journey full circle: from the intimate exchanges remembered at Osaka-jō Hall in 2023 to the grand spectacle of Kyocera Dome in 2025, and now back to the arena where another chapter awaits.
GHOST Comes to Osaka – Kenshi Yonezu brings his GHOST tour to Osaka-jō Hall, November 18–19.
Back Where It Began Again – Yonezu returns to Osaka-jō Hall following his 2025 Kyocera Dome concerts.
A Musical World of His Own – Discover his distinctive blend of alternative rock, electronic sounds and emotional songwriting.
From Anime to the Arena – Hear the artist behind songs from Chainsaw Man, My Hero Academia and The Boy and the Heron.
From Hachi to Global Stardom – Celebrate his journey from Vocaloid creator to internationally acclaimed musician.
Photos: Kenshi Yonezu official website & instagram
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Opening Hours
THE SCENE: FAQ’s
ACCESS
Venue: Osaka-jō Hall
Address: 3-1 Osakajo, Chuo-ku, Osaka 540-0002
Trains
JR Osaka Loop Line → Osakajokoen Station (Main exit; 5-minute walk)
JR Tozai Line → Osakajokitazume Station (Exit 1; 15-minute walk)
Walking Directions: From Osakajokoen Station, turn left after the ticket gates and continue past JO-TERRACE OSAKA to the fountain plaza. Climb the stairs beyond the fountain to reach the hall’s north entrance.
From Osakajokitazume Station, walk toward Osaka Business Park, cross Osaka-jō Shinbashi Bridge and follow signs to the hall.
Subways
Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line → Osaka Business Park Station (Exit 4; 5-minute walk)
Osaka Metro Chuo / Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line → Morinomiya Station (Exit 3-B; 15-minute walk)
Walking Directions: From Osaka Business Park Station, walk past the Matsushita IMP Building, turn right at Shiromi 1 intersection and cross Osaka-jō Shinbashi Bridge. Continue through the fountain plaza to the hall.
From Morinomiya Station, enter Osaka Castle Park and follow the pedestrian paths past COOL JAPAN PARK OSAKA toward the hall.
◷ FROM CENTRAL OSAKA
From Namba: Approximately 25–30 minutes. Osaka Metro Midosuji Line → Shinsaibashi ↔ Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line → Osaka Business Park.
From Osaka-Umeda: Approximately 20–25 minutes. JR Osaka Loop Line → Osakajokoen Station.
Arrival Tip: The hall is inside Osaka Castle Park, and some approaches include stairs. Allow extra time for concert crowds, particularly after the performance.
SCHEDULE
Wednesday, November 18, 2026: Doors 17:00 / Concert 18:30
Thursday, November 19, 2026: Doors 17:00 / Concert 18:30
Both performances are part of Kenshi Yonezu’s nationwide 2026 TOUR / GHOST, which begins November 6 in Nagano.
TICKETS
Admission: ¥9,900 (tax included) for reserved seats, restricted-view reserved seats and standing tickets.
Official Resale: A lottery-based ticket resale system offers another opportunity for fans who missed the earlier sales. Applications open separately for each Osaka performance:
- November 18 concert: October 18 at 12:00 – November 18 at 08:59.
- November 19 concert: October 19 at 12:00 – November 19 at 08:59.
How It Works: Fans may apply for up to two tickets. Lottery results are announced daily, generally between 09:00 and 12:00. Availability depends on existing ticket holders listing tickets for resale, and applications do not guarantee admission.
Ticket Restrictions: Children under three are not admitted. Preschool children cannot use standard reserved seats; eligible family tickets were available only through earlier CD-linked presales. Restricted-view seats may have obstructed sightlines.
Important: The general ticket lottery has closed. Purchase only through authorized channels, as tickets obtained through unauthorized resale may be rejected at entry.
Official Tickets: https://ticket.kenshiyonezu.jp/
Official Tour Information: https://reissuerecords.net/2026/10/06/2026-tour-ghost/
All application times are Japan Standard Time (JST).
THE EXPERIENCE
Kenshi Yonezu brings his distinctive musical world to Osaka-jō Hall with GHOST, following his spectacular 2025 Kyocera Dome concerts and a successful international tour.
- The Music: Expect a distinctive blend of alternative rock, electronic sounds and emotional melodies from the artist behind Lemon, KICK BACK and Peace Sign. The GHOST setlist remains unannounced.
- The Performance: Previous concerts have combined striking visuals, dancers and powerful live music with surprisingly personal moments, including relaxed conversations with fellow musicians.
- The Osaka Connection: Returning to Osaka-jō Hall for the first time since 2023, Yonezu brings his latest tour to the arena where local fans previously experienced a more personal side of his performances.
From longtime followers of his Vocaloid days to fans discovering his music through anime and film, GHOST offers an opportunity to experience one of Japan’s most imaginative contemporary artists live.
INFO & TIPS
Accessibility: Osaka-jō Hall offers wheelchair-accessible facilities. Visitors requiring wheelchair seating or assistance should contact concert promoter Kyodo Osaka in advance to confirm arrangements. Venue accessibility information: https://www.osaka-johall.com/
Children: Children under three are not admitted. Preschool-age children require an eligible family ticket, available through earlier presales. Standard tickets are not valid for preschool-age admission.
Entry & Identification: Tickets are issued electronically. Bring your smartphone and valid identification, and ensure any required companion registration is complete before arriving. Follow the official ticket platform’s instructions for admission.
Lockers & Luggage: Coin lockers are available at nearby stations, subject to availability. Travel light and store large luggage before arriving at the venue.
Photography & Recording: Concert-specific photography and recording rules have not been confirmed. Follow announcements and staff instructions; do not assume personal photography is permitted.
Arrival & Departure: Arrive early enough for ticket checks and security. Expect congestion around Osakajokoen Station after the performance, and allow extra time for your return journey.
Official Updates: Check https://reissuerecords.net/ and https://ticket.kenshiyonezu.jp/ for the latest concert information, ticket procedures and entry requirements.
