At a press conference held on Friday, March 21, YOSHIKI announced his upcoming dinner show, EVENING / BREAKFAST with YOSHIKI 2025 in TOKYO JAPAN KURENAI, which will take place at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo. The exclusive event will span 10 performances over six days, beginning Friday, August 22. During the announcement, it was revealed that a “VVIP Diamond Package” will be available, priced at 1 million yen per seat—the highest ticket price in dinner show history.
This one-of-a-kind dinner show, known for its brilliance, splendor, and YOSHIKI’s signature artistry, has earned acclaim from attendees worldwide. Blending elegance with an unconventional program unique to YOSHIKI, the show has developed a reputation for selling out instantly.
Last year’s “VIP Premium Package,” priced at 300,000 yen per seat, set a new record at the time and sold out in the blink of an eye. Despite overwhelming demand and a flood of inquiries, attendance was limited due to time constraints and considerations for YOSHIKI’s health.
In response to continued fan demand, this year’s edition introduces the all-new “VVIP Diamond Package,” an elevated experience that surpasses the VIP Premium tier. The package includes front-row seating at a stage table, an intimate live piano performance by YOSHIKI in a private room, and exclusive gifts such as the MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS x France Baccarat original glass and the MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS original scarf.
The MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS x Baccarat Original Glass project began in 2021, when YOSHIKI was selected as one of the designers to commemorate Baccarat’s 180th anniversary. After nearly two years in development, the collaboration is finally complete.
This exclusive collection features three types of glasses: two wine glasses and one champagne glass. While the official release is scheduled for later this year, guests who purchase the VVIP Diamond Package will have the rare opportunity to receive them in advance.
In addition, the MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS original scarf—crafted from fine Italian silk—is a luxury item designed by MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS, which made its debut at fashion shows in Milan (February 2024) and Paris (September 2024). With anticipation building ahead of its official release, this dinner show offers a rare opportunity to own a piece from the coveted brand.
The ultra-premium tickets, priced at 1 million yen per seat and bundled with exclusive benefits unavailable elsewhere, are truly worthy of being called the “world’s most luxurious ticket.” With an extremely limited number available, demand is expected to be higher than ever.
During the press conference, YOSHIKI also unveiled his original rose variety, Kurenai. After a meticulous two-year selection process from tens of thousands of options, Kurenai is scheduled for public release this fall. It will also be included as one of the exclusive perks for both the VVIP Diamond Package and the VIP Premium Package, with preparations currently underway.
Furthermore, members of YOSHIKI’s official fan community, YOSHIKI＋(PLUS), were given special invitations to attend the press conference. In a heartfelt moment at the end of the event, YOSHIKI surprised the audience with an impromptu piano performance of “Kurenai,” responding to a fan request and sparking a wave of excitement throughout the venue.
Reflecting on this year’s dinner show, YOSHIKI shared:“To be honest, I was unsure how I should continue my activities as an artist, as I was undergoing hospital treatment to recover from major neck surgery, along with mental rehabilitation. Then I was asked to perform the national anthem at the MLB opening game. Hearing the thunderous cheers at Tokyo Dome, I had originally hoped to encourage the fans—but instead, I found myself encouraged by them. It made me want to keep going. Once again, I deeply felt the power of my fans’ support, and that inspired me to move forward with this dinner show. I give it my all every time, and I’m approaching this show with the mindset that it could be my last.”
Tickets for the dinner show will be available for pre-sale beginning at 3:00 PM on Friday, March 21, exclusively for Rakuten YOSHIKI Card holders. Additional pre-sales will follow, including for Sumitomo Mitsui VISA & MasterCard members, YOSHIKI+, YOSHIKI Channel, international fans, and through the TEAM YOSHIKI lottery system.
YOSHIKI underwent his third neck surgery in October of last year and is still in the midst of a long-term recovery. Despite this, on March 18, he took on the important role of performing both the Japanese and American national anthems at the MLB opening game held at Tokyo Dome—marking his first public appearance since the surgery. The performance drew widespread praise across social media, with comments such as “the most spectacular rendition of ‘Kimigayo’ to date,” and even received accolades from the official MLB account.
Reflecting on the experience, YOSHIKI shared a lighthearted moment unique to the opening game: “I was nervous because all the famous players, including Ohtani, were watching me—but I remember feeling really happy when I noticed Pikachu listening to the performance halfway through.”
While continuing to prioritize his recovery, YOSHIKI made a strong showing at the press conference. Addressing concerns about his health, he reassured fans with his trademark humor, saying, “The bones haven’t fully healed yet, so I’m still in pain—but I don’t think my neck will fall off (laughs). I’ll be ready in time for August.”
When asked about future plans, YOSHIKI shared, “I think I’ll be able to make a full comeback between autumn and winter this year. So I’m thinking of the dinner show as a mid-way return. But I have a lot of announcements coming up before summer, and I want to keep moving forward—not just in music, but with other projects as well.”
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