Japan Expo 2024: the musical program and not-to-be-missed concerts

Attention Japanese pop culture fans! Japan Expo returns to the Parc des Expositions de Paris-Nord Villepinte with a new, not-to-be-missed 23rd edition this summer. To be experienced over 4 days, from Thursday July 11 to Sunday July 14, 2024, this event once again plans to take its many visitors on a journey, with a series of events focusing on music, video games, cosplay, manga, the 7th art, sport and martial arts, and fashion.

This new, 23rd edition of Japan Expo will also celebrate the 70th anniversary of Godzilla with a 300m² exhibition. An opportunity to (re)discover the history of this world-famous monster, which first appeared in the cinema in 1954.

Japan Expo: dates and program for this 2024 edition at the Parc des Expositions in Paris
Japan Expo, the European festival dedicated to Japanese culture, is back in summer 2024! See you at the Villepinte Exhibition Center, from July 11 to 14, 2024. Ticketing is now open. [Read more]

For the rest, Japan Expo is the ideal place to meet dozens of distinguished guests at signing sessions, masterclasses and conferences. Music is also in the spotlight, with exclusive showcases and concerts by J-pop and traditional artists. Here's the program!

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Japan Expo 2024: the musical program and not-to-be-missed concerts

Thursday, July 11, 2024

• 09:45 - 10:15 - Sakura Stage
  WACCHA
  The beatboxer with the sharp voice and the sharp sword is back at Japan Expo 23rd Impact! Don't miss this original performance.
  
  
• 10:00 am - 10:30 am - Tsubamé Stage
  Concert by UK
  Korean singer UK, who began his career in Japan with the group Apeace in 2010, invites you to an exclusive showcase.
  
  

Friday, July 12, 2024

• 09:30 - 10:30 - Kamo stage
  Psychic Feverworkshop
  Psychic Fever is a multi-member boy band. They are the 7th group in the Exile Tribe artist collective, affiliated with LDH JAPAN. On July 12, Psychic Fever awaits you on the Kamo stage for a dance workshop.
  
  
• 09:45 - 10:15 - Sakura Stage
  AI HISANO
  Ai Hisano, a J-Rock singer well known in the world of video games, has already appeared on the Japan Expo stage last year, performing one of her signature songs. She returns this summer to sing new songs.
  
  
• 10h00 - 10h30 - Tsubamé Stage
  Concert by Sonikem
  Japanese hip-hop, and in particular Japanese rap, has become an influential cultural force. This year's concert features Sonikem, a French music composer, DJ and rapper of Beninese and Cameroonian origin, known for his ability to blend different musical genres.
  
  
• 10:00 am - 11:00 am - Meet&Greet
  Meet&Greet by STARSEED'Z
  The group Starseed'z returns to Japan Expo to make you dance, but not only! Join the band for an exclusive Meet&Greet. The event takes the form of a question-and-answer session with the band, followed by a photo session. Please note, however, that this Meet&Greet is accessible via an additional ticket.

Saturday, July 13, 2024

• 09:30 - 10:15 - Sora Stage
  J-Music games by PACHI PACHI Project
  From J-rock to J-pop, get ready for an immersive experience at the heart of J-music at the Pachi Pachi Project booth.
  
  
• 09:45 - 10:15 - Sakura Stage
  KUNI-KEN
  Kuni-Ken, the shamisen-rocking duo, returns to Japan Expo. The group is made up of two brothers, Kuniaki (the eldest) and Kenji (the youngest). This year marks their 4th appearance at the show. Come and (re)discover their blend of rock and traditional culture.
  
  
• 10:00 am - 10:30 am - Tsubamé stage
  Cookiesanconcert
  Visitors to Japan Expo, it's time to head to the Tsubamé stage and look up to feel the energy of everyone at the Cookiesan concert.
  
  
• 10:30 am - 11:00 am - Sakura stage
  Minichestraconcert
  For the first time at Japan Expo, enjoy the unique performances of Minichestra, a group of young classical musicians.
  
  
• 10:30 am - 11:00 am - Ichigo stage
  AKARAconcert
  Akara is a four-artist rock band featuring a singer and three musicians, each using a traditional Japanese instrument such as a Koto, a Shinobue (bamboo flute), a Nokan (No flute), and a Tsuzumi (drum).
  
  

Sunday, July 14, 2024

• 09:30 - 10:00 - Tsubamé stage
  Concert by Sera AMAGI
  Attack of the Titans, The Promised Neverland and music from Honkai Impact 3rd... Come and discover Sera Amagi singing her songs live on the Tsubamé stage.
  
  
• 10.15am - 11.15am - Sumiré Stage 5
  Photocall with iiiidolll
  iiiidolll is an idol group formed in September 2023. In March, they won first prize in the Next Idol Grand Prix 2024. Come and meet them during a photocall on the Sumiré area! Please note that autographs and photocalls are included in the ticket.
  
  
• 10.15am - 10.45am - Tsubamé stage
  Starryskyconcert
  The rock band Starrysky are regulars at the festival. Join them live again this year on the Tsubamé stage.
  
  
• 10:30 am - 11:00 am - Ichigo stage
  Mika Kobayashiconcert
  Singer-songwriter Mika Kobayashi awaits you for an exclusive concert on the Ichigo stage.
  
  
• 15h45 - 16h30 - Ichigo stage
  Concert by ASTERISM
  Asterism is a three-piece instrumental heavy metal band. Join them on stage at Japan Expo.
  
  
• 15h45 - 16h30 - Yuzu Stage
  Concert by Tetsuya Komuro
  Composer, producer, multi-faceted musician and living legend of J-Pop, Tetsuya Komuro marked an entire era by defining the sound of Japanese pop in the 90s and 2000s. Join the founding member of TM Network in a special concert at Japan Expo.

This list is not exhaustive, and several other concerts are scheduled at Japan Expo from July 11 to 14. Find the full program on the official website.