Number_i Takes Its Next Big Leap in Osaka
With a musical identity entirely their own. Number_i’s first world tour brings hard-hitting hip-hop, ambitious choreography and a remarkable Japanese pop reinvention to the city’s biggest concert stage.
Three of Japan’s most recognizable pop stars are returning to Osaka with something to prove—and an enormous stage on which to do it. On December 2, 2026, Number_i bringsNumber_i LIVE TOUR No.III to Kyocera Dome Osaka, part of the trio’s first world tour and a milestone in one of Japanese pop’s most closely watched reinventions.
Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji and Yuta Kishi were already household names when they emerged from King & Prince to form Number_i in 2023. But rather than reproduce the polished idol-pop formula that made them famous, the three set out in a different direction. Their explosive 2024 debut, “GOAT,” traded familiar pop conventions for muscular hip-hop beats, rapid-fire vocals and striking choreography. “BON” and “INZM” followed, establishing a sound that could be playful, aggressive and unexpectedly experimental.
The transformation has continued at remarkable speed. Their 2025 album No.II topped Billboard Japan’s Hot Albums chart, while the accompanying tour attracted approximately 300,000 fans across 25 performances. Concert reports described a production that moved between elaborate theatrical sequences, tightly synchronized dance, individual showcases and intimate exchanges with the audience. Behind the spectacle was something more interesting: three established performers discovering how much creative territory they could explore together.
In 2026, Number_i’s ambitions extended beyond Japan. January’s “3XL” and July’s “BUGS LIFE” both achieved major chart success, while agreements with international talent agency WME and Atlantic Records signaled a serious commitment to reaching audiences overseas. Their first world tour begins with Japanese dome concerts before a planned expansion into Asia and North America in 2027.
Osaka has already witnessed part of that journey. Number_i performed at Kyocera Dome during TOBE’s to HEROesconcerts in April 2025, making a dramatic entrance from a suspended stage before launching into “BON” and “INZM.” This December, they return not as one act in a larger showcase, but as the main attraction.
For longtime fans, it’s another chapter in an extraordinary second act. For newcomers, it’s an opportunity to discover why Number_i has become one of Japan’s most compelling contemporary pop groups.
This time, Osaka gets the full Number_i experience.
Three Stars Reimagined — Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji and Yuta Kishi forge a bold new identity beyond King & Prince.
First World Tour — Five Japanese dome venues launch Number_i’s international touring ambitions.
A Fearless Sound — Hip-hop, experimental pop and intricate choreography define the trio’s musical reinvention.
An Osaka Homecoming — Number_i returns to Kyocera Dome after performing there with TOBE in April 2025.
A Breakthrough Year — New music and international partnerships propel the group forward.
Photos: Number_i /TOBE Official Website
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THE SCENE: FAQ’s
ACCESS
Venue: Kyocera Dome Osaka
Address: 3-2-1 Chiyozaki, Nishi-ku, Osaka 550-0023
TRAINS
- Hanshin Namba Line: Dome-mae Station — approximately 2 minutes on foot.
- JR Osaka Loop Line: Taisho Station — approximately 7 minutes on foot.
SUBWAYS
- Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line: Dome-mae Chiyozaki Station — approximately 4 minutes on foot.
- Osaka Metro Chuo Line: Kujo Station — approximately 9 minutes on foot.
Walking Directions
From Dome-mae or Dome-mae Chiyozaki Station, follow signs toward Kyocera Dome Osaka. Both stations are immediately beside the stadium complex.
From Taisho Station, walk north toward the dome, crossing the river to reach the stadium.
◷ FROM CENTRAL OSAKA
Namba: Approximately 15–20 minutes via the Hanshin Namba Line, including walking.
Osaka/Umeda: Approximately 20–30 minutes via the JR Osaka Loop Line, including walking.
SCHEDULE
NUMBER_i LIVE TOUR No.III — OSAKA
Wednesday, December 2, 2026
Venue: Kyocera Dome Osaka
Doors: 16:30
Show: 18:30
Number_i performs in Osaka as part of Number_i 1st World Tour — Chapter 1: Japan.
This is the only Osaka performance currently announced for the tour.
TICKETS
TICKET LOTTERY — OCTOBER 15–25, 2026
A new public ticket lottery opens Thursday, October 15, 2026, for Number_i’s December 2 concert at Kyocera Dome Osaka.
Application Period: October 15, 12:00 – October 25, 23:59 JST
Sale Type: Playguide advance lottery
Allocation: Lottery, not first-come, first-served.
Applications are accepted throughout the registration period. Submitting an application does not guarantee tickets.
The lottery covers the Osaka, Tokyo, Nagoya and Fukuoka performances.
Official Ticket Information:
https://www.livenationhip.co.jp/all-events/number_i-tickets-ae1689539
Ticket Pia:
https://w.pia.jp/v/number-i2627p/
TICKET PRICES
VIP GOLD Reserved Seat: ¥32,800
SS Reserved Seat: ¥23,800
S Reserved Seat: ¥16,800
S Reserved Seat — Seated Viewing: ¥16,800
A Reserved Seat: ¥12,800
B Reserved Seat: ¥10,800
Prices include tax. Additional ticketing fees may apply.
Important: VIP GOLD is prioritized for Number_i fan-club advance sales, and availability through other sales channels has not been confirmed. S Reserved Seat — Seated Viewing is a fan-club advance category.
Not all seating categories may be offered in the current lottery.
Ticket Limit: Up to four tickets per person per performance, subject to the conditions of each ticket category.
CHILDREN
Children aged 3 and older require tickets.
Children aged 2 or younger may sit on a guardian’s lap without a ticket, limited to one child per adult. A separate ticket is required if the child uses their own seat.
IDENTITY VERIFICATION
Attendees may be asked to present identification at the entrance or inside the venue.
Tickets must be purchased in the names of the actual attendees. Bring original identification matching the registered ticket information.
Passports are accepted. Photocopies and photographs of identification are not accepted.
RESALE
Unauthorized ticket transfers and resale are prohibited.
An official resale service is planned for tickets purchased through the Number_i fan-club advance sale. Official resale for other ticket categories has not been confirmed.
Purchase tickets only through authorized outlets.
THE EXPERIENCE
WHAT CAN VISITORS EXPECT FROM NUMBER_i?
Number_i’s concerts combine three distinctive performers with a musical style that moves between hip-hop, melodic pop and experimental arrangements. Their choreography, visual presentation and individual personalities have become central to the group’s live appeal.
Professional reports of previous performances offer a glimpse of what makes the trio distinctive.
- Sho Hirano: Known for his commanding stage presence, Hirano combines precise choreography with rap and melodic vocals.
- Yuta Jinguji: Jinguji contributes to the group’s creative direction, including producing songs such as “ATAMI” and “BUGS LIFE.”
- Yuta Kishi: Kishi brings an expressive vocal style that moves between powerful singing and rhythmic rap passages.
- A Distinctive Sound: Songs including “GOAT,” “BON,” “INZM” and “GOD_i” demonstrate the group’s blend of hip-hop, pop and dance music.
- Previous Concert Production: Number_i’s 2025 performances featured theatrical sequences, elaborate visual presentations and individual member showcases. These describe earlier concerts, not confirmed elements of the December 2026 production.
- The Fans: Known as iLYs, Number_i’s supporters are an important part of the group’s concert atmosphere. Previous performances have included audience interaction and informal exchanges between the members and fans.
The December 2026 setlist and stage production have not been announced. Nevertheless, the group’s previous concerts illustrate how its three members combine their individual strengths into a shared performance style.
For first-time visitors, the Osaka concert offers an introduction to a group that has rapidly established an identity beyond its members’ earlier careers.
INFO & TIPS
ARRIVING AT THE DOME
Kyocera Dome Osaka is easily reached by public transportation. Allow additional time for large crowds, ticket verification and security procedures.
Doors open at 16:30 for the 18:30 performance on December 2, 2026.
ACCESSIBILITY
Kyocera Dome Osaka provides accessible facilities, including elevators and wheelchair-accessible restrooms.
For the Osaka concert, wheelchair viewing is planned within the S Reserved Seat area.
Fan-club advance tickets: Visitors requiring wheelchair accommodation should apply through the designated fan-club wheelchair seating system.
Other advance and general-sale tickets: Visitors requiring wheelchair accommodation should purchase S Reserved Seat tickets for themselves and any accompanying person, then contact Kyodo Information in advance.
Wheelchair viewing arrangements are subject to the organizer’s procedures and available space.
Official Venue Accessibility Information:
https://www.kyoceradome-osaka.jp/floor_guide/support/barrierfree.php
IDENTIFICATION
Bring original identification matching the name registered with your ticket.
A valid passport is an accepted form of identification. Photocopies and photographs of identification are not accepted.
Additional identification requirements apply to VIP GOLD ticket holders.
RE-ENTRY
Re-entry is not permitted once attendees have entered the venue.
CONTACT INFO
Concert Organizer: Live Nation H.I.P.
Official Concert Information:
https://www.livenationhip.co.jp/all-events/number_i-tickets-ae1689539
Osaka Concert Inquiries: Kyodo Information
Telephone: 0570-200-888
Hours: Weekdays 12:00–17:00
Artist: Number_i / TOBE
Official Artist Website:
https://tobe-official.jp/artists/number_i
