J-pop duo YOASOBI are bringing their story-driven sound back to North America with the newly announced “Never Ending Stories” 2026 tour, a headline run that hits major venues across the U.S. and Canada this summer.
The tour kicks off August 4 at Boston’s TD Garden before moving through key cities including Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena, Oakland Arena, and a major Los Angeles stop at the Hollywood Bowl. Along the way, YOASOBI will also return to Lollapalooza in Chicago and make their Canadian debut at Montreal’s OSHEAGA festival.
Powered by anime platform Crunchyroll, the tour leans into the duo’s unique identity at the intersection of music and storytelling. Comprised of producer Ayase and vocalist ikura, YOASOBI have built a global following by transforming short stories and novels into songs, a concept that continues to shape their live performances. With “Never Ending Stories,” that approach expands into a full-scale touring narrative, designed to reflect the past, present, and future of the group.
The announcement arrives alongside new music. YOASOBI’s upcoming EP, E-SIDE 4, drops April 24 and features English-language versions of fan favorites including “UNDEAD,” “Watch Me!,” and “New Me,” alongside new additions to their growing international catalog.
Over the past few years, YOASOBI have steadily transitioned from domestic success in Japan to global recognition. Breakout single “Into The Night (Yoru ni Kakeru)” helped establish their streaming dominance, while “Idol” became a record-shattering hit, topping charts and expanding their reach far beyond the J-pop space. Their crossover momentum has been reinforced by appearances at major festivals like Coachella and Primavera Sound, as well as sold-out headline shows in cities like New York and London.
Ticket demand for the 2026 North American tour is expected to be strong, with presales beginning April 21 and general on-sale launching April 23 via Ticketmaster.
For YOASOBI, “Never Ending Stories” is a continuation of a concept that has defined their rise, turning music into narrative and live shows into something closer to an evolving, global story.
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