Metropolis Classics Concert to Be Held

The Metropolitan Foundation for Culture (Chiyoda City, Tokyo; President: Katsu Honda; hereinafter "Metropolitan Foundation for Culture") will host the "Metropolis Classics" concert on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (a public holiday). Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Taito City, Tokyo; President and CEO: Akihiro Kosaka; hereinafter "Tokyo Metro") will sponsor the event as part of its cultural and artistic support initiatives aimed at contributing to community engagement and development.

The "Metropolis Classics" concert, organized by the Metropolitan Foundation for Culture, aims to allow audiences to enjoy classical music in a relaxed and accessible setting. Tokyo Metro has been a sponsor since 2006, marking the 21st edition of the concert this year. Once again, 2,000 guests will be invited by lottery to attend the concert at the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Concert Hall.

This year’s theme is "I Love Mozart!" Enjoy a full program of elegant and beautiful masterpieces composed by the legendary musical genius Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Details of the "Metropolis Classics" Concert:

1. Date and Time

November 3, 2026 (Tuesday, holiday), 14:00 start (doors open at 13:00)

2. Venue

Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Concert Hall (1-8-1 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo)

Nearest Station: Ikebukuro Station (Tokyo Metro: Yurakucho Line, Fukutoshin Line, Marunouchi Line; JR, Tobu, Seibu lines)

3-minute walk from Exit 3; directly connected via Exit 2b

※ Please use public transportation when attending.

3. Performers

Conductor: Toshiaki Umehara

Orchestra: Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra

Host: Satoshi Asaoka

4. Program

All-Mozart Program

[First Half]

Serenade No. 13 in G Major, K. 525 "Eine kleine Nachtmusik"

Symphony No. 25 in G Minor, K. 183 (173dB)

[Second Half]

Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 "Jupiter"

※ Program and details are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

5. Number of Invitees

2,000 guests

※ Selection will be by lottery among applicants.

6. Application Method

Applications can be submitted via the Metropolis Classics online application form on the Metropolitan Foundation for Culture’s official website (https://www.metrocf.or.jp/) or by postcard with the required information clearly written.

(1) Required Information:

① Representative’s name (with furigana), address, phone number, age

② Number of attendees (1 to 3 people)

③ Names (with furigana), phone numbers, and ages of accompanying guests

〈Mailing Address〉

Metropolis Classics Office The Metropolitan Foundation for Culture 2-13-9 Kajichō, Nihonbashi, Chūō-ku, Tokyo 103-0014

(2) Application Period

July 23, 2026 (Thursday) to September 23, 2026 (Wednesday, holiday)

Online applications: until 23:59 on the final day

Postcard applications: must arrive by the deadline

※ One application per person.

※ Please refrain from using return postcards. No notification will be sent to unsuccessful applicants.

※ Please clearly indicate if you require wheelchair-accessible seating (up to 3 people including companions).

※ Children under school age are not permitted to enter.

※ Personal information collected will be used solely for notifying winners and will not be disclosed to third parties without consent. All data will be properly disposed of after the event.

7. Announcement of Results

Winners will be notified by the ticket mailed on October 1 (Thursday). No separate notification will be sent to unsuccessful applicants.

※ We cannot accommodate seat preference requests.

8. Request to Attendees

Please note that the concert may be canceled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

The latest updates will be posted on the Metropolitan Foundation for Culture’s official website. Please check before attending.

9. Organizer

The Metropolitan Foundation for Culture

10. Sponsor

Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd.

11. Inquiry Contact

Metropolis Classics Office The Metropolitan Foundation for Culture

Service Period: July 23 (Thursday) to November 3 (Tuesday, holiday)

Phone: 03-3667-1700 (10:00–16:00, except weekends and holidays)

Email: [email protected]