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Shimokitazawa Live House Nights

Tokyo's indie-music heartland: tiny live houses, record shops and bars host emerging bands almost every night.

A narrow, densely packed shopping street in the Shimokitazawa district of Tokyo
Photo: Stephen Kelly · CC BY 2.0

When · Where

When
2026/06/25 10:00 – 2026/06/25
Where
Live houses around Shimokitazawa(Kitazawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo)
City
Tokyo
Getting there
At Shimokitazawa Stn
Price
Live-house entry typically 2,000-3,500 yen incl. one drink

Good to know for visitors

Getting there
At Shimokitazawa Stn Open directions in Google Maps ↗
Booking & entry
Check tickets and details on the official page (button above).
Paying
Live-house entry typically 2,000-3,500 yen incl. one drink. Smaller venues in Japan are often cash-first — carry some yen (cards/IC not guaranteed).
Language
Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
Good for
music fans, solo-goers, groups of friends

Highlights

  • Up-and-coming Japanese indie and rock bands
  • Intimate, atmospheric basement venues
  • Cool record shops, cafes and vintage stores

Good to know

Most shows are 'pay at the door' with a separate drink charge. Spend the day exploring Shimokita's shops before the music starts.

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