YOKABAN Announces First Outdoor Event at Kego Shrine in Fukuoka's Tenjin District / October 9, 2026

On Friday, October 9, 2026, 'YOKABAN in Kego Shrine' will be held at Kego Shrine, located in the heart of Fukuoka's Tenjin district.

YOKABAN is an experiential event named after the Kagoshima dialect phrase 'yokaban,' meaning 'a good night.' It brings together music, tea, shochu, food, handmade crafts, and the atmosphere of the land.

Having previously been held in Fukuoka, Tokyo, Nagasaki, Osaka, Kyoto, and other locations, YOKABAN has created unique one-night experiences by embracing the history and spatial character of each venue.

This time, the stage is Kego Shrine in central Fukuoka—marking YOKABAN's first outdoor event.

Performers include keyboardist and composer Kazuha Izawa, Ryosuke Nagao—the vocalist and guitarist of Petrolz—and Tab Zombie, trumpeter of SOIL&"PIMP"SESSIONS and also a founding member of YOKABAN.

At the historic shrine grounds, music, Kagoshima tea, shochu, and food will gently blend together, creating a special, one-night-only 'yokaban.'

A Night of Music at the Heart of Tenjin

Kego Shrine is located in Tenjin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City—a unique place where the city's vibrancy meets the tranquility of a sacred space.

In addition to the main live performances, YOKABAN in Kego Shrine will feature a pre-opening from 16:00, offering a space where visitors can enjoy limited-edition food and drinks, Kagoshima tea, and shochu even before the concert begins. A wide selection of non-alcoholic beverages will also be available for those who do not consume alcohol.

Whether you're dropping by after work, coming for the music, or drawn by the local flavors, the event aims to create a night where different ways of spending time overlap at the heart of Fukuoka's Tenjin district.

From Kyoto to Fukuoka: YOKABAN's New Challenge

In May 2026, 'YOKABAN in Kyoto' was held at Kamishichiken Buyojo, a filming location for the movie 'National Treasure.' In the historic setting of Kyoto's oldest geisha district, the event delivered an immersive experience where music, tea, shochu, and garden spaces came together.

For this Fukuoka performance, YOKABAN continues that momentum while taking on the challenge of its first outdoor event.

In Kyoto, it was 'experiencing YOKABAN within a traditional space'; in Fukuoka, it will be 'YOKABAN held at the heart of the city'—each venue shaping a uniquely different night.

Performers

Kazuha Izawa A keyboardist and composer, member of the bands the HIATUS and Katsina Session, and also provides musical support for numerous artists. He also serves as vocalist in his own band, 'Appa.'

Ryosuke Nagao A versatile and elusive musician. In addition to his work as a guitarist, he is active in music production and songwriting. He performs as the vocalist and guitarist for 'Petrolz.'

Tab Zombie Originally from Kagoshima Prefecture. Trumpeter for SOIL&"PIMP"SESSIONS. Founder of the music festival 'THE GREAT SATSUMANIAN HESTIVAL,' launched in his hometown of Kagoshima in 2018.

Event Name: YOKABAN Powered by Kego Shrine Date: Friday, October 9, 2026 Venue: Kego Shrine Address: 2-2-20 Tenjin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture Time: 16:00 Vendor Pre-Opening / 17:30 Doors Open / 18:00 Start Performers: Kazuha Izawa / Ryosuke Nagao / Tab Zombie Tickets: All seats free seating, 9,500 yen (tax included) Ticket Application: Priority lottery pre-sale begins at noon on Monday, July 13, 2026 Organizer: YOKABAN Executive Committee Production: IMOROCK / RITTA Support: Kego Shrine / Tokken Sponsor: Minami-Kyushu Shuhan Special Cooperation: GMO Pepabo

Cooperation: Minamikuni Fruit Parlor / Hakata Mizutaki Hamadayaya / Banana no Wake Mae 1117 / Highway / Yagitake Kogyo

General Inquiries: [YOKABAN Executive Committee] [email protected]

Official Website: https://yokaban.com

YOKABAN Visitor Guide

🍻 16:00 Vendor Area Opens!

Enjoy YOKABAN even before the live performance begins.

From 16:00, wristband and drink exchange will begin, and vendors will open. Inside the venue, you can relax with drinks and food in hand.

Be sure to enjoy the unique atmosphere before the show starts.

🎫 Admission Information

From 16:00, wristbands and drink vouchers will be distributed upon entry.

Wristband wearers may re-enter!

Feel free to explore the surrounding area and enjoy the event in your own style.

💺 Seating Information

The front area will have seated chairs, while the back will be a standing area.

You may bring simple camping chairs.

Enjoy the live performance comfortably in your preferred style.

🎟 Seating Guidance by Number

From 17:30, guests will be guided to their seats or areas in order of their assigned numbers.

Staff will guide you in sequence, so please cooperate.

🌿 No Ticket? Still Enjoyable!

Until 17:00, visitors without tickets may enter the shrine grounds.

Please experience the event atmosphere while enjoying YOKABAN-exclusive food and drinks.

※ After 17:00, only ticketed guests may enter.

🍔 Exclusive 'Ultra-Rare' Gourmet Lineup!

We've prepared a special lineup made possible only by YOKABAN.

・Limited menu from Minamikuni Fruit Parlor

・Popular specialty fried chicken from Hakata Mizutaki Hamadayaya

・YOKABAN original drinks

・Original drinks made with Kagoshima tea

These are all limited-time offerings available only here.

Be sure to enjoy them along with the live performance!

☔ Rain Policy

The event is scheduled to proceed in light rain.

However, it may be canceled in case of severe or inclement weather.

📢 Latest Information

Updates on weather-related decisions and real-time event information will be posted on the official SNS accounts.

・Official X (Twitter)

https://x.com/YokabanInfo

・Official Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/yokaban.info/

Please follow and check before your visit.

A space to enjoy from the start, delicious gourmet food, and pleasant music.

We invite you to experience this special day that only YOKABAN can offer.

About YOKABAN

YOKABAN is an event born from the Kagoshima word 'yokaban,' meaning 'a good night.'

It is not just a concert, but an experiential music event held across Japan, where visitors enjoy the local atmosphere, the venue's ambiance, tea, shochu, food, crafts, and human connections.

Set in culturally significant locations such as temples, shrines, gardens, historical buildings, museums, and cultural facilities—places valuable just to visit—YOKABAN creates a night where music and local culture intertwine.

In Fukuoka's Tenjin, we invite you to your own 'yokaban.'