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23 February, 2026Print
Zipangu Brings Ado, ATARASHII GAKKO!, HANA & More To Brookside at the Rose Bowl
The Largest Japanese Music Event on U.S. Soil Returns to the Spotlight Ahead of May 16 Debut|
A Celebration of Japanese Culture Featuring Full-Length Performances From Every Artist
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(Pasadena, California- February 23rd) - Zipangu, presented by Goldenvoice and Cloud Nine, reintroduces itself to U.S. audiences ahead of its highly anticipated debut at Brookside at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena on Saturday, May 16th. Tickets are on sale now and are available HERE.
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Making its U.S. debut, Zipangu is a monumental one-day celebration of Japanese music and culture, designed as an immersive experience that extends beyond the stage. In addition to bringing together some of Japan’s most celebrated and internationally ascendant artists for a landmark moment in the global expansion of the country’s contemporary music scene, the event will spotlight elements of Japan’s vibrant street culture, culinary traditions, and creative spirit. A dedicated Yokochofood and beverage experience will evoke the energy of Tokyo’s iconic alleyway dining districts, offering curated Japanese cuisine and drinks, with additional details to be announced. Headlining the event with a full 60-minute performance is Ado, the chart-topping, boundary-breaking *utaite whose rare live appearances and signature anonymity have captivated fans worldwide. She is joined by ATARASHII GAKKO!, CHANMINA, HANA, MAN WITH A MISSION, Yuki Chiba, and 10-FEET, all performing full-length sets. Together, the lineup represents the cutting edge of Japan’s genre-blurring, visually bold, and creatively fearless music movement. The event has already been recognized as a historic undertaking, with The Hollywood Reporter stating that “the one-day event is slated to be the largest Japanese music event in the U.S.” "I'm really looking forward to going to LA again,” stated Ado. “Being able to perform in LA along with all these artists at Zipangu is a very new endeavor so I think everyone put a lot of different feelings and hopes into Zipangu and are really looking forward to it. So for me, I will deliver a performance in LA that meets those expectations." |
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Inspired by a scene shaped alongside anime, manga, film, fashion, and digital culture, Zipangu offers U.S. audiences a rare opportunity to experience the originality, storytelling, and high-impact performance style that define modern Japanese music. With Japanese artists rarely performing at this scale outside their home country, the event creates a powerful new gateway for cultural exchange and fan connection. Set against the iconic backdrop of Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Zipangu will gather thousands of music lovers for a celebration of Japanese artistry unlike anything previously staged in the United States. Tickets are on sale now. For ticket information and event details, visit HERE. Media looking for the chance to cover may apply directly here.
ABOUT CLOUD NINE “Expanding life choices that one could never create alone.” Founded in 2019, Cloud Nine Inc. produces and manages a wide range of talent across the entertainment industry, including artists such as Ado, shallm, and Yurina Hirate, as well as composers, illustrators, and engineers. Its business spans live production, music creation, educational programs, and digital platforms. Within just 1 year and 9 months of its establishment, an original song by a Cloud Nine artist reached No.1 on Japan’s domestic charts. In 3.5 years, Cloud Nine achieved a historic milestone as the first Japanese song to reach No.1 on the Apple Music Global Chart.
ABOUT THE ROSE BOWL STADIUM (MANAGING ENTITY: BROOKSIDE AT THE ROSE BOWL & BROOKSIDE GOLF COURSE AT THE ROSE BOWL) The Rose Bowl Stadium — which owns and operates Zipangu venue Brookside Golf Course at the Rose Bowl — is a National Historic Landmark built in 1922 and known throughout the world with its world-class reputation for hosting the 1932 Olympic Track Cycling event, five NFL Super Bowl Games, the 1984 Olympic Soccer matches, the 1994 Men’s World Cup, the 1999 Women’s World Cup, four BCS National College Football Championship Games, and the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal and Semifinal Game. In 2028, the iconic venue will host the Olympic Games for a third time. The Rose Bowl is also known globally for hosting the annual Rose Bowl Game®, UCLA Football, international and Premier League soccer matches, and the World’s Largest Flea Market. The Rose Bowl Stadium is one of the world’s greatest concert and festival venues, hosting world-class concerts including Coldplay, Karol G, the Rolling Stones, Taylor Swift, Beyonce and Jay-Z, and Kenny Chesney. Since 2016, Brookside Golf Course at the Rose Bowl has become a premier music festival venue hosting numerous annual events attracting hundreds of thousands of guests through the years.
ABOUT GOLDENVOICE Goldenvoice, creators of Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and Stagecoach: California’s Country Music Festival, operates major Los Angeles and Bay Area venues including the Fonda Theatre, The Roxy Theatre, El Rey Theatre, The Novo, the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall, The Regency Ballroom, and The Warfield. Goldenvoice also holds exclusive booking deals at Brookside at The Rose Bowl, Santa Barbara Bowl, Mountain Winery, Great American Music Hall, and Frost Amphitheatre, and has produced large-scale events such as Desert Trip, Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival, Day N Vegas, Porter Robinson’s Second Sky Festival, and Just Like Heaven. Since its beginnings as an independent punk promoter in the early 1980s, Goldenvoice has grown into one of the most influential promoters in North America, now producing over 1,600 concerts annually across the U.S. and Canada. More information can be found at Goldenvoice.com. |
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Connect with Zipangu: Website/Tickets: zipangu-event.cloud Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zipangu_cn Twitter: https://x.com/zipangu_cn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zipangu.cn *Utaite: A Japanese term for a singer who covers existing songs, most often those created for or popularized by the Vocaloid software, and posts their covers online, especially on platforms like Nico Nico Douga and YouTube. Read HERE |