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Practical notes for going to live shows in Japan: live house etiquette, getting to gigs, and how the rooms work.

Oct 14, 2026By Matt Ketchum

Planning a Tokyo Trip Around Underground Shows

When Tokyo live-house calendars fill in, which neighborhoods the venues cluster in, how a show night runs, and how to read a Japanese gig listing, for visitors who want their trip to include the underground.

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The Unwritten Rules of Tokyo Metal Shows
Mar 30, 2026By Matt Ketchum

The Unwritten Rules of Tokyo Metal Shows

Essential etiquette and cultural insights for navigating Tokyo's underground metal scene like a local, from pit behavior to door staff interactions.

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