GLAY Ignites a New Chapter
Japanese rock legends GLAY return to Osaka for two electrifying nights at Osaka-jō Hall, launching their nationwide EXOFIRE arena tour after closing their 30th-anniversary celebrations in the city last year.
For more than three decades, GLAY has helped define the sound of Japanese rock. Now, after celebrating their remarkable career with a 30th-anniversary finale at Kyocera Dome Osaka in June 2025, the four-piece band returns to the city to begin its next chapter. On November 7 and 8, GLAY launches its 2026–2027 EXOFIRE arena tour at Osaka-jō Hall, opening a nationwide run of 22 performances across 11 venues.
GLAY’s popularity reached extraordinary heights in 1999 when approximately 200,000 fans attended their legendary GLAY EXPO concert in Chiba. Yet their appeal has never rested entirely on record-breaking crowds. Across changing musical trends, the four musicians have maintained a distinctive chemistry, balancing familiar anthems with new material and a continuing appetite for live performance.
That connection with audiences was evident in June 2025, when GLAY brought its 30th-anniversary celebrations to a close at Kyocera Dome Osaka. Japanese music publication Natalie documented the occasion, which marked the culmination of the band’s extensive GLAY EXPO 2024–2025 project. Previous arena-tour performances have also demonstrated how GLAY moves between guitar-driven rock and the sweeping ballads that helped establish its reputation.
EXOFIRE brings the band back to Osaka just 17 months later, this time to the more intimate surroundings of Osaka-jō Hall. The precise staging and setlist for the new arena tour have not yet been confirmed, but the opening concerts offer the first opportunity to experience this latest chapter of GLAY’s live career on an arena stage.
The story began in Hakodate, Hokkaido, where guitarist TAKURO and vocalist TERU formed the foundations of GLAY in 1988. Joined by guitarist HISASHI and bassist JIRO, the band made its major-label debut in 1994 and became one of the defining acts of Japan’s 1990s rock explosion. Their music combined soaring melodies, emotionally charged ballads and powerful guitar arrangements, producing enduring hits including HOWEVER, 誘惑 (Yuuwaku) and Winter, again.
For Osaka audiences, there is a satisfying symmetry. The city that witnessed the conclusion of GLAY’s anniversary celebrations now welcomes the beginning of something new.
EXOFIRE Tour Premiere – Experience the opening concerts of GLAY’s 2026–2027 nationwide arena tour.
Two Nights in Osaka – See the legendary Japanese rock band live at Osaka-jō Hall on November 7 and 8.
Three Decades of Rock – Discover the enduring appeal of one of Japan’s most influential rock bands.
A New Chapter Begins – GLAY returns to Osaka after closing its 30th-anniversary celebrations at Kyocera Dome in 2025.
Rock Anthems & Ballads – Experience the musical range that has made GLAY a favorite across generations.
Photos:GLAY official website, Japan Scenes
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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, approximately 5 minutes on foot.
- JR Tozai Line → Osakajokitazume Station, approximately 15 minutes on foot.
Subways
- Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line → Osaka Business Park Station, approximately 5 minutes on foot.
- Metro Chuo / Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Lines → Morinomiya Station, approximately 15 minutes on foot.
Walking Directions
From JR Osakajokoen Station, follow signs toward Osaka-jō Hall and Osaka Castle Park. The hall is approximately five minutes away.
From Osaka Business Park Station, walk toward Osaka Castle Park and the hall’s northern approach.
◷ FROM CENTRAL OSAKA
From Namba — approximately 25–30 minutes
Take the Metro Midosuji Line to Shinsaibashi ↔ transfer to the Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line for Osaka Business Park Station. Walk approximately five minutes.
From Osaka/Umeda — approximately 20–25 minutes
Take the JR Osaka Loop Line from Osaka Station to Osakajokoen Station. Walk approximately five minutes.
Official venue access:
https://www.osaka-johall.com/access/
SCHEDULE
Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Doors: 16:00
- Concert: 17:00
Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Doors: 15:00
- Concert: 16:00
These performances open GLAY’s nationwide EXOFIRE arena tour.
The official setlist and detailed concert program have not been announced.
TICKETS
Ticket Prices
S Seats: ¥11,000
A Seats: ¥9,000
Designated Seated Section: ¥11,000 (special eligibility requirements apply)
Children under three are not admitted. Children aged three and older require tickets.
Official Ticket Resale — October 24–26
Applications open October 24 at 15:00 and close October 26 at 23:00.
Fans who missed earlier sales can apply through the authorized resale system. Availability depends on tickets being offered for resale, and applications do not guarantee admission.
https://l-tike.com/glay2026-2027resale/detail.html
Production-Release Seat Lottery — October 27–November 2
Applications open October 27 at 15:00 and close November 2 at 23:00.
Additional seats may become available after stage and equipment arrangements are finalized. Tickets are allocated by lottery only if suitable seats become available.
Successful applicants are notified at noon on the day before their performance. Photo identification and voucher exchange at the venue are required.
THE EXPERIENCE
GLAY’s EXOFIRE concerts bring more than three decades of Japanese rock history to Osaka-jō Hall, launching a new nationwide arena tour.
- The Music: Guitar-driven rock, soaring melodies and emotional ballads have defined GLAY’s sound, with signature songs including HOWEVER, 誘惑 (Yuuwaku) and Winter, again.
- The Performance: Previous concerts have showcased the band’s musical chemistry, combining energetic rock performances with more intimate moments. The EXOFIRE setlist and staging have not yet been announced.
- The Osaka Connection: The concerts follow GLAY’s June 2025 anniversary finale at Kyocera Dome Osaka, bringing the band back to the city where they concluded their 30th-anniversary celebrations.
For longtime fans and newcomers alike, these opening performances offer an opportunity to experience one of Japan’s most enduring rock bands as they begin another chapter.
INFO & TIPS
Accessibility: Osaka-jō Hall provides accessibility facilities. Visitors requiring wheelchair accommodation should contact the concert promoter in advance to confirm seating arrangements and entry procedures.
YUMEBANCHI: https://www.yumebanchi.jp/event/47854/
Children: Children under three are not admitted. Children aged three and older require tickets. Families should consider the concert’s volume and duration when attending with younger children.
Lockers & Facilities: Coin lockers are available at nearby railway stations. Venue facilities and restrictions may vary by performance, so arrange storage for large luggage before arriving.
Photography & Recording: Photography, video and audio recording restrictions are determined by the artist and organizer. Follow the instructions provided at the venue.
Arrival & Departure: Allow additional time for ticket verification, security checks and finding your seat. Walkways and nearby stations may become crowded immediately before and after the concerts. Public transportation is recommended.
Official Updates: GLAY: https://www.glay.co.jp/
EXOFIRE Tour: https://www.glay.co.jp/feature/arenatour2026_27
YUMEBANCHI: https://www.yumebanchi.jp/event/47854/
Osaka-jō Hall: https://www.osaka-johall.com/
