Plaza Afternoon Jazz Vol. 21 Final 2026 Tickets in Kawasaki

Plaza Afternoon Jazz Vol. 21 Final 2026

The Plaza Afternoon Jazz series, which has been running for years will end in October 2026. This marks the close of a five-year chapter of jazz performances in Kanagawa Prefecture. The event has always been hosted at the Kawasaki Civic Plaza Furusato Theater. The final installment will feature two performances led by well-known names in Japanese jazz. The first set will include the Masahiko Sato Trio with guest violinist Keisuke Ota. The second set will be headlined by the Tsuyoshi Yamamoto Trio, featuring Takuya Osumi. People from, around the world who want to attend Plaza Afternoon Jazz Vol. 21 Final 2026 can get tickets through Jasumo Tickets . This is an afternoon event that brings together music lovers to celebrate the end of a long-running tradition.

The History of Plaza Afternoon Jazz

Plaza Afternoon Jazz began as a concert series focused on venues aiming to bring local and visiting audiences to enjoy established jazz musicians in a relaxed afternoon setting. For five years the series took place at the Kawasaki Civic Plaza offering a range of styles that attracted regular fans from the Kanto region. The 21st volume marks the performance, in the Plaza Afternoon Jazz series. This final event features a two-part showcase, with one part dedicated to garde improvisation and the other to classic acoustic jazz piano.

Masahiko Sato Trio and Keisuke Ota

Pianist and composer Masahiko Sato leads the opening set. Masahiko Sato is a figure in Japanese post-war jazz and Japanese post-war free improvisation. Masahiko Sato studied at the Berklee College of Music in the 1960s. After that Masahiko Sato established himself as a leader as an arranger and as a film composer. His trio, for this performance is joined by Keisuke Ota. Keisuke Ota is a violinist. Keisuke Ota is known for moving across genre boundaries. The genres include jazz, classical and experimental music. Their collaboration focuses on real-time interaction. The collaboration blends Masahiko Satos harmonic approach. The collaboration also blends Keisuke Otas violin techniques.

Tsuyoshi Yamamoto Trio and Takuya Osumi

The second half of the afternoon brings the Tsuyoshi Yamamoto Trio. Yamamoto became well known internationally in the 1970s through a series of recordings, for the Three Blind Mice record label the album Misty. He is known for his blues-infused phrasing, his touch and his sensitive interpretations of ballads. Yamamoto remains active. Continues to perform regularly across Japans jazz circuit. For this edition of the event his trio is joined by co-star Takuya Osumi. The performance marks the end of a five-year run featuring a set focused on repertoire and acoustic trio arrangements.

Jazz at Kawasaki Civic Plaza Furusato Theater

Attending jazz in Japan gives you access to well-maintained civic halls and acoustic spaces that are made for unamplified and moderately amplified groups. The Kawasaki Civic Plaza Furusato Theater is an auditorium that is far from the late-night jazz club scene. It lets overseas visitors see jazz heritage in a traditional concert hall and it is open, during the day.

Dates and venues

Saturday, 3 October 2026: Kawasaki Civic Plaza Furusato Theater, Kawasaki, Kanagawa

• Doors open: 13:30 | Performance starts: 14:00
• Admission: General admission with unreserved seating (Pair tickets and Under-25 tickets available).
• Ticketing conditions: General sale window closes at 23:59 on Friday, 2 October 2026. Paper tickets issued via domestic Japanese convenience store terminals.

Pricing for each performance date is confirmed when you ask because ticket availability and demand change. A live quote will be given when you first contact us. Please note that Japanese ticketing systems need payment instruments and Japanese-language registration. To ask about entry send the event name, the date you want the venue and the total number of guests, through the Contact Us form.

Booking through Jasumo Tickets

Purchasing tickets for music events in Japan often creates problems for people from other countries. The main ticketing services in Japan usually need credit cards. They also ask for a Japanese phone number to get text messages. The checkout process is, in Japanese. Can be confusing. Popular shows often sell out before tourists even get to the country.

Jasumo Tickets resolves these logistical challenges by facilitating the booking process from start to finish:

• Platform Access: Entry is secured through our network of official ticketing sources and event organisers across Japan, bypassing geographical restrictions on domestic sales platforms.
• Language Support: All communication with event organisers and ticketing systems is handled entirely in Japanese, while clear, responsive support is provided to you in English.
• Payment Processing: Transactions are processed securely without requiring a Japanese bank account or local payment card.
• Verification & Delivery: Every ticket is thoroughly authenticated as genuine prior to issuance and delivered directly to your hotel or accommodation in Japan via domestic post or courier service.

How it works

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Frequently Asked Questions

Venue & access

• Venue: Kawasaki Civic Plaza Furusato Theater (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Contact Enquiry Reference: Kawasaki Citizens’ Plaza (044-888-3131)