Toshihide Baba Japan Tour 2025 – Schedule & Ticket Information

Overview

Toshihide Baba, a celebrated Japanese singer-songwriter, is known for his soulful acoustic performances and genre-blending style, incorporating pop, folk, and jazz influences. His 30th Anniversary Tour 2024–2026, Part 2: Acoustic Live By Your Side celebrates three decades of music, featuring intimate solo and band performances. This tour spans multiple cities in Japan, with high demand noted on X for its emotional resonance and limited seating. Tickets range from ¥7,000–¥8,000 (official) to ¥8,000–¥9,390 (secondary market), with most shows sold out. The tour includes venues like THUMBS UP in Kanagawa and ROHM Theatre Kyoto, culminating in additional 2026 dates (e.g., Nippon Budokan, not listed here).

Why Attend

• Anniversary Milestone: Celebrates 30 years with hits and new tracks from the By Your Side series.
• Intimate Venues: Small halls like THUMBS UP (300 capacity) and Live Juke (200) offer close artist connection.
• Musical Diversity: Expect acoustic sets (~90–120 min) blending pop, folk, and jazz, per me-ticket.com.
• High Demand: Most shows sold out; limited tickets (e.g., Kyoto at ¥9,390) on secondary markets.
• Cultural Experience: Ideal for international fans, with bilingual ticketing support via Jasumo Tickets.

Performance Schedule & Details

• September 6, 2025 (Sat):
  • Event: BABA TOSHIHIDE 30th Anniversary Tour Part 2: Acoustic Live ~By Your Side
  • Time: 4:30 PM (Open 4:00 PM)
  • Venue: THUMBS UP, 2-4-17 Nishi-Ogikita, Suma-ku, Kobe, Kanagawa 654-0155, Japan
    • Capacity: ~300 (seated)
    • Access: 5-min walk from Myohoji Station (Seibu Ikebukuro Line, ~30 min from Yokohama); 60-min taxi from Haneda Airport.
    • Contact: +81 45-314-8705; http://www.thumbsup.jp/.
    • Accessibility: Limited wheelchair seating; contact Jasumo Tickets or venue.
  • Setlist: Acoustic hits and new tracks (~90–120 min).
  • Tickets: Official: ¥7,000 (sold out); Secondary: ¥8,000–¥9,000.
• September 7, 2025 (Sun):
  • Time: 1:00 PM (Open 12:30 PM) and 4:30 PM (Open 4:00 PM)
  • Venue: THUMBS UP, 2-4-17 Nishi-Ogikita, Suma-ku, Kobe, Kanagawa 654-0155, Japan
    • Capacity: ~300 (seated)
    • Access: Same as above.
    • Contact: +81 45-314-8705; http://www.thumbsup.jp/.
  • Tickets: Official: ¥7,000 (sold out); Secondary: ¥8,000–¥9,000 (1:00 PM available; 4:30 PM get notified).
• September 13, 2025 (Sat):
  • Time: 4:30 PM (Open 4:00 PM)
  • Venue: Takamatsu Olive Hall, 2-2-1 Kawaramachi, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0052, Japan
    • Capacity: ~700 (seated)
    • Access: 5-min walk from Kawaramachi Station (Kotoden Kotohira Line, ~10 min from Takamatsu Station); 30-min taxi from Takamatsu Airport.
    • Contact: +81 87-823-3331; http://www.olivehall.net/.
  • Tickets: Official: ¥7,000 (sold out); Secondary: ¥8,000–¥9,000 (20 tickets available, ~$77 USD).
• September 20, 2025 (Sat):
  • Time: 4:30 PM (Open 4:00 PM)
  • Venue: Design Hall (Nadya Park), 3-18-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0008, Japan
    • Capacity: ~1,000 (seated)
    • Access: 5-min walk from Yabacho Station (Nagoya Metro, ~10 min from Nagoya Station); 45-min taxi from Chubu Centrair Airport.
    • Contact: +81 52-265-2010; http://www.nadyapark.or.jp/.
  • Tickets: Official: ¥7,000 (sold out); Secondary: ¥8,000–¥9,000.
• October 11, 2025 (Sat):
  • Time: 1:30 PM (Open 1:00 PM) and 5:30 PM (Open 5:00 PM)
  • Venue: Gate’s7, 1-13-15 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka 810-0001, Japan
    • Capacity: ~600 (seated)
    • Access: 5-min walk from Tenjin Station (Fukuoka Subway, ~10 min from Hakata Station); 20-min taxi from Fukuoka Airport.
    • Contact: +81 92-712-4221; http://www.gates7.com/.
  • Tickets: Official: ¥7,000 (sold out); Secondary: ¥8,000–¥9,000.
• October 13, 2025 (Mon):
  • Time: 1:30 PM (Open 1:00 PM) and 5:30 PM (Open 5:00 PM)
  • Venue: Live Juke, 3-1-25 Naka-ku, Hiroshima 730-0037, Japan
    • Capacity: ~200 (seated)
    • Access: 10-min walk from Hiroden Hatchobori Station (Hiroshima Electric Railway, ~10 min from Hiroshima Station); 30-min taxi from Hiroshima Airport.
    • Contact: +81 82-249-1930; http://www.livejuke.com/.
  • Tickets: Official: ¥7,000 (sold out); Secondary: ¥8,000–¥9,000.
• November 3, 2025 (Mon):
  • Time: 4:30 PM (Open 4:00 PM)
  • Venue: Main Hall at ROHM Theatre Kyoto, 13 Okazaki Saishoji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8342, Japan
    • Capacity: ~2,000 (seated)
    • Access: 10-min walk from Higashiyama Station (Kyoto Metro, ~15 min from Kyoto Station); 60-min taxi from Osaka Itami Airport.
    • Nearby Attractions: Heian Shrine (10-min walk), Kyoto Imperial Palace (15-min walk).
    • Contact: +81 75-771-6051; http://rohmtheatrekyoto.jp/.
  • Tickets: Official: ¥8,000 (sold out); Secondary: ¥9,390 (2 tickets, reserved).
• Program Notes: Shows run ~90–120 minutes, featuring acoustic solo and band performances with pop, folk, and jazz elements. Performances are primarily in Japanese, accessible to non-Japanese speakers via expressive delivery. All venues are seated. Check https://essential-japan.com/ or http://babatoshihide.com/ for updates.

Ticket Information

Pricing

• Official Prices (tax included, per essential-japan.com):
  • General Admission/Reserved Seating: ¥7,000 (most venues); Kyoto: ¥8,000.
  • Children (under 6): Not permitted; ages 6+ require a ticket.
  • Wheelchair (with 1 companion): ¥7,000–¥8,000 (limited; contact organizer).
• Secondary Market (as of August 26, 2025):
  • Most venues: ¥8,000–¥9,000 (1–4 tickets).
  • Kyoto (Nov 3): ¥9,390 (2 tickets, reserved).
  • Takamatsu (Sep 13): $77 USD (¥11,200, 20 tickets).
• Note: Most shows sold out officially; secondary market prices are higher due to demand (2–5% tickets left). Admission not guaranteed with unofficial sources. All tickets are for seated areas. Purchase from trusted platforms to avoid invalidation risks, as noted on X.

Sales Period

• Pre-sale: Closed March–May 2025 (fan club via http://babatoshihide.com/). General sale opened June 2025 via Lawson Ticket (https://l-tike.com/, Lコード: 70600), ePlus (https://eplus.jp/), Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/); closes one day before each event or when sold out. Ticket issuance starts two weeks prior (Lawson/7-Eleven). Maximum 4 tickets per person.
• Note: Japanese phone number required for AnyPASS/Smachike delivery. Jasumo Tickets can assist international fans. Limited availability for Kyoto (2 tickets) and Takamatsu (20 tickets).

Purchase Channels

• Official: Use the Book Now button on https://jasumotickets.com/ to purchase via trusted platforms like Lawson Ticket (https://l-tike.com/), ePlus (https://eplus.jp/), Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/), StubHub (https://www.stubhub.com/), or KKday (https://www.kkday.com/). AnyPASS/Smachike app required; ensure email settings allow “anypass.jp” domain.
• In-Person: Tickets issuable at 7-Eleven or FamilyMart stores in Japan with a 13-digit payment slip number (two weeks prior). Limited tickets at venue box offices (e.g., ROHM Theatre Kyoto: +81 75-771-6051) one hour before show. Not available at non-Japan stores.
• Need Assistance?: Contact Jasumo Tickets via https://jasumotickets.com/contact/ for bilingual support, especially for international fans.

Rules

• All Venues: Seated only; assigned seating (reserved or unreserved).
• No photography, video, or recording during performances (personal use allowed pre/post-show).
• No refunds or exchanges unless event canceled.
• Electronic tickets (AnyPASS/Smachike, QR code) displayed 5–7 days prior; paper tickets at convenience stores or venues. ID (e.g., passport) required for entry.
• Wheelchair users: Contact Jasumo Tickets or venues (e.g., Gate’s7: +81 92-712-4221) two weeks prior for limited seating.
• Maximum 4 tickets per person.
• Children under 6 not permitted; ages 6+ require a ticket.
• Prohibited: food, drinks, large bags, disruptive behavior; violators may be removed without refund.
• Note: Dress casual (comfortable for seated viewing). Arrive 30 minutes early for entry. Music is accessible to non-Japanese speakers.

Note

Most shows sold out officially, with limited tickets (e.g., 2 for Kyoto, 20 for Takamura) on secondary markets (¥8,000–¥9,390). Official prices were ¥7,000–¥8,000. High demand follows Baba’s 30th-anniversary buzz, as noted on X. Book early via https://jasumotickets.com/ to secure tickets.

Inquiries

• Contact: Jasumo Tickets Contact Form (https://jasumotickets.com/contact/).
• Organizer: Kyodo West (Fukuoka, Hiroshima: +81 570-09-2424); Kyodo Yokohama (Kanagawa: +81 45-671-9911); others via http://babatoshihide.com/.
• Venues:
  • THUMBS UP: +81 45-314-8705; http://www.thumbsup.jp/.
  • Takamatsu Olive Hall: +81 87-823-3331; http://www.olivehall.net/.
  • Design Hall (Nadya Park): +81 52-265-2010; http://www.nadyapark.or.jp/.
  • Gate’s7: +81 92-712-4221; http://www.gates7.com/.
  • Live Juke: +81 82-249-1930; http://www.livejuke.com/.
  • ROHM Theatre Kyoto: +81 75-771-6051; http://rohmtheatrekyoto.jp/.
• Ticket Support: Lawson Ticket (https://l-tike.com/), ePlus (https://eplus.jp/), Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/), or AnyPASS (https://faq.anypass.jp, weekdays 1:00–5:00 PM).

Precautions

• No re-entry permitted.
• Accessibility: Wheelchair seating available at most venues; contact Jasumo Tickets or venues two weeks prior.
• Lineup and schedules may change; check http://babatoshihide.com/ or https://essential-japan.com/ for updates.
• Japanese phone number required for AnyPASS/Smachike; Jasumo Tickets can assist with international SIM issues.
• Avoid unofficial ticket sources (e.g., Viagogo, Ticketjam); risk of invalidation, as noted on X.
• Bring ID and QR code backup for entry.
• Limited parking; use public transport (e.g., JR, Fukuoka Subway, Kyoto Metro).
• Arrive early for entry; expect crowds at Kyoto.

Additional Information

• Background: Baba’s 30-year career includes acclaimed albums and live performances blending pop, folk, and jazz. The 2024–2026 tour follows successful 2024 shows (e.g., Otemachi Mitsui Hall).
• Performance Style: Intimate acoustic sets (~90–120 min) with solo and band formats. Shows are accessible to non-Japanese speakers.
• Travel Tips:
  • Transportation: Use JR Pass or Suica/Pasmo card. Kyoto (Nov 3) is 2.5 hours from Tokyo; Fukuoka (Oct 11) is 1.5 hours from Osaka via Shinkansen. Purchase JR Passes at https://www.japan-rail-pass.com/.
  • Accommodation: Book early (Kyoto: Kyoto Century Hotel, ¥12,000–¥30,000/night; Fukuoka: Hotel Nikko Fukuoka, ¥10,000–¥25,000; Nagoya: APA Hotel Nagoya, ¥8,000–¥20,000).
  • Dining: Try Fukuoka’s tonkotsu ramen (Oct 11), Hiroshima’s okonomiyaki (Oct 13), or Kyoto’s kaiseki (Nov 3) near venues (5–10-min walk). No food inside venues.
  • Cultural Etiquette: Quiet appreciation encouraged; respect personal space. Dress casual.
  • Weather: September–October warm (15–25°C); November cooler (5–15°C). Bring layers; venues are climate-controlled.
• Merchandise: Band merchandise (e.g., CDs, ¥2,000–¥3,000) at venues. Check http://babatoshihide.com/.
• Health and Safety: Masks may be recommended in crowded venues. Check http://babatoshihide.com/ for updates.

Disclaimer

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• Language Barriers: Navigating Japanese-language ticketing systems.
• Access to Platforms: Assisting with platforms requiring local knowledge or payment methods.
• Limited Availability: Managing deadlines for high-demand events (e.g., 2 tickets for Kyoto, 20 for Takamatsu).

Due to high demand, availability is not guaranteed. Refunds are issued only if entries cannot be secured through official channels or if the event is canceled. Book early via the Book Now button to secure your spot.

Booking with Jasumo Tickets

• How: Click the Book Now button on https://jasumotickets.com/ to purchase directly from trusted platforms. For assistance, contact us via https://jasumotickets.com/contact/, specifying date (e.g., November 3, 2025, 4:30 PM), ticket type (e.g., Reserved Seating, 2 tickets), and preferences.
• Benefits: Bilingual support, assistance with Japanese phone number requirements, group bookings, and ticketing guidance.
• Note: Book by one day before each event (e.g., Nov 2 for Nov 3) to secure tickets (from ¥8,000). Official prices were ¥7,000–¥8,000.

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Reviews

• “Baba’s acoustic set at THUMBS UP was unforgettable!”
• “Live Juke’s small venue made it so personal!”
• “Jasumo Tickets made booking from abroad seamless!”