On Friday, October 9, 2026, "YOKABAN in Kego Shrine" will be held at Kego Shrine, located in the heart of Fukuoka's Tenjin district.
YOKABAN takes its name from "yoka ban," a Kagoshima dialect phrase meaning "a good night." It is an experiential event where music, tea, shochu, food, craftsmanship, and the atmosphere of the land all come together.
The event has previously been held in Fukuoka, Tokyo, Nagasaki, Osaka, Kyoto, and other cities, drawing on the history and character of each venue to create a night unique to that place.
This time, the stage is Kego Shrine in the heart of Fukuoka's Tenjin district, marking YOKABAN's first-ever outdoor edition.
Performing will be Ichiyo Izawa, a keyboardist and composer/arranger; Ryosuke Nagaoka, who handles vocals and guitar for PETROLZ; and Tab Zombie, trumpeter for SOIL&"PIMP"SESSIONS and the founder of YOKABAN.
Within the grounds of the historic shrine, music, Kagoshima tea, shochu, and food will blend together for a special, one-night-only "yoka ban."
Enjoying Music in the Heart of Tenjin
Kego Shrine is located in Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, a special place where the city's bustle sits alongside the quiet of sacred ground.
At YOKABAN in Kego Shrine, a pre-open is planned from 4:00 PM ahead of the main live performance. From before the show, visitors can enjoy a space featuring limited-time food and drinks, along with Kagoshima tea and shochu. A wide selection of soft drinks will also be available for those who don't drink alcohol.
Whether stopping by after work, coming for the music, or visiting to enjoy the local flavors, the event aims to create a night where different ways of spending time overlap in the heart of Fukuoka's Tenjin.
From Kyoto to Fukuoka: YOKABAN's New Challenge
In May 2026, "YOKABAN in Kyoto" was held at Kamishichiken Kaburenjo, the filming location for the movie "Kokuho," in Kyoto's oldest hanamachi (geisha district). The event delivered a stay-and-experience event where music, tea, shochu, and the garden space came together in a historic setting.
For this Fukuoka performance, YOKABAN carries that spirit forward while taking on its first outdoor edition.
In Kyoto, it was "YOKABAN experienced within a traditional space"; in Fukuoka, it becomes "YOKABAN held in the heart of the city," with each venue bringing its own distinct character to the night.
Performers
Ichiyo Izawa
A keyboardist and composer/arranger, he is a member of the HIATUS and Katsina Session, and also supports numerous other artists. He also serves as vocalist for his own band, "appa."
Ryosuke Nagaoka
An elusive musician whose work spans guitar performance, production, and songwriting for other artists. He handles vocals and guitar for PETROLZ.
Tab Zombie
Born in Kagoshima Prefecture, he plays trumpet for SOIL&"PIMP"SESSIONS. In 2018, he founded the music festival "THE GREAT SATSUMANIAN HESTIVAL" in his hometown of Kagoshima.
Event Details
- Event: YOKABAN Powered by Kego Shrine
- Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
- Venue: Kego Shrine
- Address: 2-2-20 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
- Time: 4:00 PM vendor pre-open / 5:30 PM doors open / 6:00 PM show starts
- Performers: Ichiyo Izawa / Ryosuke Nagaoka / Tab Zombie
- Tickets: General admission, ¥9,500 (tax included)
- Ticket sales: Priority lottery entry scheduled to open at noon on Monday, July 13, 2026
- Organizer: YOKABAN Executive Committee
- Production: IMOROCK / RITTA
- Support: Kego Shrine / 特建
- Sponsor: Minami Kyushu Shuhan
- Special cooperation: GMO Pepabo
Cooperating businesses: Nangoku Fruit Parlor / Hakata Mizutaki Hamadaya / 蕉のわけ前1117 / Highway / Yagitake Kogyo
General inquiries: YOKABAN Executive Committee — yokaban.info@gmail.com
Official website: https://yokaban.com
Visitor Information
Vendor area opens at 4:00 PM
Visitors can enjoy YOKABAN even before the live show begins.
Starting at 4:00 PM, wristband and drink exchanges begin along with the vendor opening. Inside the venue, guests can relax with drinks, soft drinks, and food in hand.
Enjoy the atmosphere that's only there before the show starts.
Entry
From 4:00 PM, wristbands are provided along with drink exchange at entry.
Those wearing a wristband may re-enter freely.
Guests can enjoy the area around the venue at their own pace.
Seating
The front area has chair seating, while the back is a standing area.
Simple camping chairs may be brought in.
Guests can enjoy the live show in whichever style suits them.
Numbered entry guidance
From 5:30 PM, guests are guided to their seats or areas in order of their numbered tickets.
Staff will guide guests in turn, and cooperation is appreciated.
Visitors without a ticket can enjoy the event too
Until 5:00 PM, those without a ticket may also enter the venue grounds and taste YOKABAN's food and drinks while experiencing the atmosphere.
*From 5:00 PM onward, only ticket holders may enter.
Rare food available only on this day
A special lineup made possible only through YOKABAN, including:
- Nangoku Fruit Parlor limited menu
- Hakata Mizutaki Hamadaya's popular special karaage
- YOKABAN original drink
- An original drink made with Kagoshima tea
And more limited items available nowhere else, to enjoy alongside the live music.
In case of rain
The event is scheduled to proceed in light rain. However, it may be cancelled in the case of severe weather.
Latest updates
Updates on whether the event will proceed due to weather, along with information on the day, will be posted on official social media.
Official X: https://x.com/YokabanInfo
Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yokaban.info/
Visitors are encouraged to follow the accounts before attending.
A space to enjoy before the show starts, delicious food, and relaxing music: a special day that only YOKABAN can offer.
About YOKABAN
YOKABAN was born from "yoka ban," a Kagoshima dialect phrase meaning "a good night."
More than just a live show, it is held across the country as an experiential music event that lets visitors take in the local atmosphere, the venue's character, tea, shochu, food, craftsmanship, and encounters with people.
Set in shrines, gardens, historic buildings, museums, and cultural facilities, places worth visiting in their own right, YOKABAN creates a night where music and local culture blend together.
A "yoka ban" of your own awaits in Fukuoka's Tenjin.
