Buy or book a concert ticket in Japan

Attending a concert in Japan is a unique and unforgettable experience. To help you realize this dream, here is a comprehensive and detailed guide to buying concert tickets in Japan.

Buy a Ticket via a Loppy machine

This type of machine is found in the Lawson conbinis. Easily recognizable and usable.

See our article on purchasing or withdrawing tickets via a Loppi machine

Online platforms

Before starting, it is crucial to choose the concert that interests you and check the dates available. Several online platforms allow you to search for concerts by artist, genre, city or date. Among the most popular are:

ePlus:https://ib.eplus.jp/(generalist)
Pia Ticket:https://sell.pia.jp/inbound/eventList.php?list=english(generalist)
Lawson Ticket:https://l-tike.com/en/(generalist)

Most ticket booking platforms require the creation of an account. This process is usually simple and fast, and only requires an email address and a password. However, some sites may require a Japanese phone number for account validation(Lawson Ticket) which may not be possible before the purchase of a Japanese sim. If you don’t have one, you may consider seeking help from a friend or family member residing in Japan.

Eplus

Selection. From the first page, you can search for your concert by theme, region or date.

Select the desired concert.

Select the ticket you are interested in.Check the location and date and click on “Buy Now”.

Select the quantity.Then click on “Add to cart”

Inform the requested information, then click on “Continue”

Check the concert information.Then click “Agree and checkout”

Inform your personal information. Then click on “Continue”

Check the box“Select this check box to accept theTerms and Conditions“, then click on “Submit order and pay”.

Select your type of payment.

Inform your information.

Confirmation and receipt of mail.As soon as the payment is confirmed and validated, you will receive an email containing the information to be provided in order to withdraw your ticket (On site at the place of the event or in a 7eleven)

Pia Ticket

Select the category.

Select the event.Click on “View Tickets”

Select the date.Check at this time the type of payment possible and the type of ticket withdrawal.

Select the ticket type and quantity.After checking, click on “Next”

Inform your information.Then, after checking that they are correct, click “Next”

Payment by credit card.Inform your information and click on “Next”

Lawson Ticket

Choose the show/event/installationfor which you wish to purchase a ticket on the top page of the Lawson Ticket website.
Choose the date (period)
Select ticket type/seat type and ticket number
Press the “Application” button.

Please ensure you have an e-mail address and a telephone numberto book a ticket. You must enter your e-mail address and phone number to book a ticket. You will receive a confirmation email, so make sure you do not enter bad information.
Selection of the mode of withdrawalnotes/payment method. Select the ticket withdrawal method and the payment method.
Set the password to connect to “my page”.

Confirmationthe content of the reservation. Please check the contents of the reservation.
Be sure to check the ticket price, registration fees and in-store delivery fees.

Booking of tickets completed. Please check the deadline for the withdrawal of tickets.
If you have chosen “Lawson Stores” as a payment method, you can pay the ticket fee and collect your ticket from Lawson Stores in Japan.

Confirmation e-mail. You will receive a confirmation e-mail once the reservation is complete.
You can see details on how to recover your ticket from the link written in the email. (box in red)
You can get the QR code you will use when withdrawing the ticket, from the boxed orange link.

Additional advice

Prepare for a quick sale: Popular concert tickets can be sold very quickly, especially for renowned artists. Be ready to connect to the booking platform as soon as the sale opens and act quickly.
Use a translator: If you do not master Japanese, use an online translator or app to help you navigate the booking platforms and understand the instructions.
Request help: Do not hesitate to ask a friend or family member residing in Japan for help in the ticket purchase process.

By following these steps and taking into account the additional tips, you should be able to book your concert tickets in Japan without problems and enjoy an unforgettable musical experience!

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