Back on the road after completing his third (!) cervical spine surgery in late 2024, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and X Japan bandleader Yoshiki is returning to the United States. The occasion: two big nights at The Music Center’s Walt Disney Concert Hall on July 16 and 17, 2026.
Titled “Scarlet Night” and “Violet Night”, these performances mark YOSHIKI’s highly anticipated U.S. return following his third cervical spine surgery in late 2024. YOSHIKI will change the set list for each performance, making this an unforgettable experience for fans. The concert series represents a “rebirth” for the artist, blending his signature cinematic compositions with the unmatched acoustics of Los Angeles’ most iconic architectural landmark.
“To perform at (The Music Center’s) Walt Disney Concert Hall is an honor, and in this moment it’s personal,” says YOSHIKI. “After my surgery, I wasn’t sure when I would return to the stage. These two nights are a celebration of resilience and the bond I share with my fans. Of course there will be classical piano, but I also want to push beyond the traditional format. I’m experimenting with new sounds and new ideas: something emotional, powerful, and explosive.
Tickets for the LA shows go on sale April 10 at 10:00 AM PT, and there’s a fan club presale happening now. More info HERE.
All upcoming Yoshiki dates are listed below:
YOSHIKI ITINERARY 2026
March 29 – Suzuka, Japan – Suzuka Circuit (F1 Japanese Grand Prix Opening)
April 3 – 5 – Tokyo, Japan – Tokyo Garden Theater (YOSHIKI CLASSICAL 2026 The Night Before Awakening – Tokyo 3 Nights: Chapter One to the World)
July 16 – 17 – Los Angeles, CA – The Music Center’s Walt Disney Concert Hall (Classical 2026)
“Scarlet Night” & “Violet Night”
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Around Christmas, Yoshiki made a surprise appearance at Barclays Center in Brooklyn wth the Jonas Brothers on a night where they also surprised the crowd with appearances by Norah Jones, Sombr, and JoJo.
In 2023 we talked to Yoshiki about his collab with St Vincent and more.