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Ura Spectacle: Underground Performances at Shinjuku LOFT
Ura Spectacle: Underground Performances at Shinjuku LOFT
Ura Spectacle brings an eclectic evening of pole dance, burlesque, live music, kinbaku, ghost stories, and performance art to Shinjuku LOFT. With performances across two stages and an exhibition in the communication lounge, the programme offers a varied introduction to Japan’s underground entertainment scene.
Date: Monday, January 11, 2027
Venue: Shinjuku LOFT, Tokyo
Doors open: 3:30 PM
Performances begin: 4:00 PM
Admission
| Ticket | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Advance | ¥4,500 | ¥2,000 |
| On the day | ¥5,000 | ¥2,500 |
A separate ¥600 drink charge applies to all tickets.
Check the official Ura Spectacle Twitter/X account for ticket information and announcements.
What to Expect
The lineup spans several corners of Tokyo’s alternative nightlife and performance communities:
- Ryu & KEIKO: Pole dancers and the two mamas behind BAR E3 in Shinjuku Nichome.
- Marianne Shinonome: Singer, electric organist, songwriter, and producer known as the manager of cult music group Kinoco Hotel.
- MIDORI AKI: A pole and burlesque performer whose work explores decadent, atmospheric imagery.
- HIBIKI: A kinbaku practitioner and owner of the Happening Bar Agreeable.
- Dogenzaka69: A Tokyo-based adult-themed idol group bringing provocative pop and live idol performance to the programme.
- Mira Kurumi × Mira Kanon: A kinbaku and SM performance duo.
- Lady n@n@: Burlesque performer and operator of After Party Tokyo in Kabukicho.
- Dengeki Network: Live performance from the unconventional entertainment group.
- MECAV: An internationally active burlesque and pole performer.
- Yama Yu: A storyteller presenting Japanese ghost stories.
- Tixi: Fusion belly dance.
- Torihada Minoru: A theatrical speech performance.
Hosts for the evening are Kenji Togawa and Ryuko Rokken.
Performance Schedule
Live Floor
| Time | Performer |
|---|---|
| 4:00 PM | Ryu & KEIKO |
| 4:50 PM | Marianne Shinonome |
| 5:50 PM | MIDORI AKI |
| 6:50 PM | HIBIKI |
| 7:40 PM | Dogenzaka69 |
| 8:20 PM | Mira Kurumi × Chura Kanon |
Dogenzaka69’s merchandise and photo session is listed for 8:30–9:30 PM.
Bar Floor
| Time | Performer |
|---|---|
| 4:20 PM | Lady n@n@ |
| 5:20 PM | Dengeki Network |
| 6:20 PM | MECAV |
| 7:20 PM | Yama Yu |
| 8:10 PM | Tixi |
| 8:50 PM | Torihada Minoru |
Exhibition: Orient Industry × Predator Rat
The communication lounge will feature an exhibition pairing Orient Industry’s dolls with complete outfits coordinated by Ushijima Iiniku, the creator behind fashion brand Predator Rat.
There will be a display exploring stages of Orient Industry’s doll-making process.
Before You Go
Performances take place in different areas of the venue, with overlapping schedules. Check the floor map and programme when you arrive to plan which acts you want to see.
For updates, ticket arrangements, and entry requirements, visit Ura Spectacle on Twitter/X.
Tickets can be purchased here as well.
Organizer inquiries: mstu202012@gmail.com
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