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Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, Otoboke Beaver, Hitsujibungaku announced for first ever European ‘Matsuri’ music festival in London
Matsuri, a Japanese music showcase, will make its European debut at London’s Outernet Live on 14 December, featuring Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, Otoboke Beaver and Hitsujibungaku. The all-female line-up brings together artists from J-pop, punk and indie, reflecting growing international interest in Japanese music.
Hitsujibungaku have amassed 200 million streams worldwide and featured in the anime Jujutsu Kaisen; the event will be their first UK show since their 2025 album. Kyary is preparing a 2027 album, while Otoboke Beaver have toured with acts including Green Day and Oasis. Tickets go on sale on 6 November at 10am GMT.
In short
- Matsuri makes its European debut in London on 14 December.
- Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, Otoboke Beaver and Hitsujibungaku will perform.
- Tickets go on sale on 6 November at 10am GMT.
Explained simply
Matsuri is a Japanese music showcase, bringing performers from different styles together under one event. Its London date features three all-female acts: pop artist Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, punk band Otoboke Beaver and indie rock band Hitsujibungaku.
The performers have reached audiences beyond Japan in different ways, including through international tours and anime soundtracks. The event offers a chance to hear several strands of contemporary Japanese music in one place, as interest in the country’s artists grows overseas.
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