Kabukicho UP GATE 2026 Adds 60 More Artists Including Dramatic Resort
The Shinjuku circuit festival announces its second wave of performers, featuring popular idol groups Dramatic Resort, The World Standard, and LaughΓRough among 60 total acts.
Kabukicho UP GATE 2026 has revealed its second wave of performers, adding 60 more artists to the lineup for the upcoming circuit festival in Tokyo's Shinjuku district.
The newly announced acts include Dramatic Resort (γγγ¬γ³), the energetic idol group known for their theatrical performances, alongside The World Standard (γγΌγγ), whose name is often shortened from "Wasuta." Also joining the bill are LaughΓRough (γ©γΓγ©γ) and log you, representing the diverse range of J-Pop acts the festival aims to showcase.
Kabukicho UP GATE operates as a circuit festival, where multiple venues across the entertainment district host different artists simultaneously. This format allows festival-goers to experience various acts while exploring different locations throughout Kabukicho, Tokyo's famous entertainment hub.
The festival format has become increasingly popular in Japan, particularly in dense urban areas like Shinjuku where multiple live music venues exist within walking distance. For international visitors, circuit festivals offer a unique way to experience both Japan's live music scene and iconic neighborhoods.
With 60 artists announced in this second wave alone, Kabukicho UP GATE 2026 is shaping up to be one of the larger J-Pop events of the year. The full lineup promises to represent various subgenres within Japanese pop music, from traditional idol groups to more experimental acts.
The festival takes advantage of Kabukicho's reputation as Tokyo's premier nightlife district, combining live music with the area's vibrant atmosphere.