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DATE |
July 27th, 2024 (Saturday) |
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TIME |
OPEN 17:00 CLOSE 23:00 |
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PLACE |
WPU CAFE & DINER, Shinjuku Open in Google Maps |
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TICKET |
ENTRY ¥ 2000 MTM Member’s Coupon Code |
【LINE UP】
Live music
Kyotaro Katsuragi
Keagan Raphael
Art
Fly Surreal Art
Remy Busson
Dylan Bice
Desolar
yoc
Popups
More Than Music
Mushimoo
micannn
Artedly
PizzaFit
Circle
DJs
@coolthanksbro
@wakaxinxi
@tony.7c
📸: @monkee_music_media
🎥: @v_kobu.t
Sponsored by
@pizzafit2.0
@bairdbrewing
About This Event
Tokyo Vibes, a place where art, music, and connections come alive in the heart of the city. Our community brings together passionate individuals from across the globe to share, inspire, and revel in live music and creativity. It's more than a space—it's where guests become part of a dynamic experience, making connections and creating memories.
Live Performers
Kyotaro Katsuragi: Kyotaro (@funkybass0801) is sharing his passion for bass throughout the entire world, originating from the vibrant Japanese street music scene. In 2017, he completed a tour, performing in all 47 prefectures of Japan with just his bass guitar. The Samurai-Bassist will undoubtedly blow you away at our upcoming Tokyo Vibes event.
Keagan Raphael: Keagan Raphael is a South African artist and producer currently based in the spirited city of Tokyo, Japan. Raised in Pretoria, Keagan’s musical journey has taken him across continents, infusing his sound with a unique blend of Alternative Pop and Afropop.
Popup/Artist information
More Than Music: @morethanmusic.jp has become a well-known name within the Tokyo music community. Born from a passion for music, the team behind MTM established a close community of musicians from all over the world, offering a place to share their music on various stages inside and outside of Tokyo.
Mushimoo: Mushimoo loves creating adorable works with the goal of bringing a smile to your face. Loves weaving memes and gaming into adorable, yet functional, merchandise! Come for a mix of original kawaii art and fanart.
micannn: @micannn_ has a passion for fibre art and crafts, like embroidery, knitting and crochet. Combining this passion with her love for fantasy and Tabletop Role Playing Games (TTRPG), she creates adorable pieces of art, from stickers and prints, embroidery hoops and brooches, and much more.
Artedly: @Arted.ly aims to make it easier for artists to display their work to the public by organizing monthly exhibitions and cultivating partnerships with multiple cafés and bars in Tokyo where artists can display their work in a stress-free environment. With a shared goal of providing a stage for talented artists and cultivating a close community of art-lovers, we are honoured and happy to have Artedly by our side at this event.
PizzaFit: @pizzafit2.0 is a vibrant and playful clothing brand, aiming to add happy vibes to the streets of Tokyo. They aim to promote a healthy balance between enjoying your favourite foods while maintaining an active lifestyle. And not only that. This edition of Tokyo Vibes is made possible by PizzaFit’s sponsorship. Needless to say, we’re beyond excited to have them with us at our upcoming event.
Circle: @tokyocircle is a community for photographers, videographers, models, HMU, and other creatives in Tokyo. By bringing talented artists together in their frequent meetups and photography walks throughout the city, Circle creates a unique palette of visual eye candy in the form of photographs and videos. Make sure to meet them at Tokyo Vibes this month!
Fly Surreal Art: Dan (@flysurrealart) used to be a Navy Test Pilot who piloted over 33 different aircraft and also flew humanitarian relief missions in the wake of the 3/11 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. His life experiences made him return to his original love of art and making connections with communities and humanity. Dan is a self-taught multi-disciplinary artist that specializes in oil paints, acrylics, and spray paint. Come check out his work at our upcoming event!
Remy Busson: Remy Busson (@remy_mapping) is an award-winning French Creative director, Multimedia visual artist and motion designer based in Tokyo. He used to be a producer at TeamLab and used to direct TV commercials. He is now creating visual contents for projection mapping, holograms, concerts and events. Digital art is the playground of his creative brainstorms, collaborating with a wide range of artists. Obsessed with innovative storytelling, his installations and CG animation films were featured in numerous festivals and exhibitions worldwide.
Dylan Bice: @dbice.me is a yokosuka-based artist who delves into the hidden identities within gay dating and hookup culture. Their provocative work features male figures with obscured faces, exploring themes of anonymity and societal norms. Through their art, they provide a candid look at the complexities of gay subculture, resonating deeply with audiences for its raw honesty and powerful commentary. Make sure to find his work at the upcoming Tokyo Vibes event!
Desolar: @desolartv is a Tokyo-based photographer and content creator. He specializes in cinematic visuals that reveal hidden tranquility in bustling environments. Inspired by the overlooked moments of everyday life, he explores the beauty of liminality, often venturing out to capture scenes amidst rainstorms. His current project documents his Japanese adventures, emphasizing the theme of liminality and things lost in your peripheral vision. Beyond photography, Desolar engages audiences on Twitch with diverse gaming content and on YouTube, where he delves into horror series and interviews indie creators. Find his unique photography at the upcoming Tokyo Vibes event.
yoc: @49yoc is a Japanese artist, creating lighthearted and funny illustrations. He aims to create artworks that cheer people up and make you laugh when you’re feeling down. His heartwarming goal to create happiness is reflected in his work, as his illustrations of silly-looking animals make it difficult to not get a smile on your face.
DJ information
CoolThanksBro: @coolthanksbro has been present at other Tokyo Vibes events, and also this time he will make sure to fill the room with tunes that make you want to dance your shoes off. His experience as a DJ makes him know to always play the right tracks at the right time, so you won’t get bored.
WAKA XINXI: Inspired by classical music, @wakaxinxi launched her DJ career in 2022. Known for her unique techno style, she blends dark, deep sounds with hard grooves and industrial vibes. In a short time, she’s rocked major clubs like WOMB, Zero Tokyo, and Cela Vi Tokyo. Now, with her music production taking off in 2023, she’s a rising star to watch!
Tony LC: Since late 2020, @tony.7c went from bedroom DJ to logging hundreds of sets every weekend at major clubs in Tokyo including Alife, Ce La Vi, 1OAK and Baia. Drawing inspiration from growing up in Miami during the 2000s, his DJ sets cover a wide range of genres from R&B to House, Hip-hop to K-pop and everything in between.
His hobby turned into a full-time job as the Music Director of new venue Lava Lounge located in central Harajuku where he seeks to create amazing musical experiences with both veteran and up-and-coming DJs in Tokyo and abroad.