The Blue Note Jazz Festival returns to Tokyo for its second year at Ariake Arena, bringing two days of exceptional live performances that bridge jazz, soul, funk and R&B. Since its debut in New York City in 2011, the festival has become a global celebration of music, attracting top international talent. Tokyo audiences can expect an outstanding mix of Grammy winners, jazz innovators and genre-defying artists.

Day 1 – Saturday, September 27

‣Norah Jones – Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, pianist, and Blue Note Records icon
‣Take 6 with Miho Hazama Jazz Orchestra – Acclaimed gospel a cappella group meets orchestral jazz arrangements
‣Don Was & Pan Detroit Ensemble – Led by the Blue Note Records president and multi-instrumentalist
‣Amaro Freitas – Brazilian pianist celebrated for his rhythmic, improvisational style
‣Valerie June – Americana artist praised by Bob Dylan for her distinctive voice and songwriting

Day 2 – Sunday, September 28

‣Ne-Yo – Three-time Grammy Award-winning R&B singer
‣Tower of Power – Funk and soul band with a signature horn section
‣Daichi Miura – Japanese vocalist and dancer known for his powerful stage presence
‣Incognito – UK jazz-funk pioneers led by Jean-Paul “Bluey” Maunick
‣SOIL& “PIMP” SESSIONS with Ryosuke Nagaoka – Jazz ensemble

Details

Venue: Ariake Arena
Time: Doors open 12pm / Show starts 1pm (both days)
Tickets: A-Reserved Seats sold out for both days; other categories available (first-come, first-served)
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Information

Start: Sep 27th 2025 at 12:30pm

End: Sep 28th 2025 at 10:00pm

Ariake Arena

1-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku

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￥23,000 - 70,000