YOASOBI recently marked their 5th anniversary with a spectacular dome tour, "YOASOBI 5th ANNIVERSARY DOME LIVE 2024 'Hyper Reality'." The duo performed to a total audience of approximately 170,000 across four shows, held at Kyocera Dome Osaka on October 26-27 and Tokyo Dome on November 9-10. In addition to reflecting on their journey since their 2019 debut, the live shows featured dynamic performances, elaborate visuals, and a celebration of YOASOBI’s unique storytelling.

A Unique "Hyper Reality" Experience

Opening with a montage of past performances, YOASOBI welcomed the audience into a “hyper-reality” world, seamlessly blending visuals, music, and set design. The performance was packed with intricate details, including a monstrous claw ripping through the stage’s giant LED screen, followed by the dramatic appearance of Ayase and ikura’s silhouettes.

Kicking off with “Seventeen,” the live set quickly transitioned to fan-favorites like “Kaibutsu” and “Shukufuku.” Each track was complemented by vibrant LED displays, with ikura’s crowd interactions adding to the concert’s energy. Fans roared as YOASOBI debuted their 2024 single “UNDEAD,” a thrilling addition to the set.

Nostalgia Meets New Chapters

The concert also offered heartfelt moments, as the duo reminisced about their early days with tracks like “Halzion” and “Tabun.” Ayase recreated his early work environment, while ikura performed songs that resonated with fans' experiences during the pandemic. A nostalgic segment highlighted Ayase’s creative journey, including his beginnings in Vocaloid production.

A live debut of the song “New me,” accompanied by LED lyrics, signified YOASOBI’s transition from past to future. Throughout the performance, the band members—Honogumo on drums, Hikaru Yamamoto on bass, Misohagi Zakuro on keyboard, and AssH on guitar—delivered energetic solos, each expressing their gratitude for the years they’ve spent alongside the duo.

Climax and Encore: Celebrating the Future

As ikura’s acapella introduction to “Ano Yume o Nazotte” filled Tokyo Dome, the audience’s cheers soared. Joined by drummers and guitarists from past international performances, the stage evolved into an eight-member ensemble, infusing each song with fresh intensity.

The concert reached a peak with fan-favorite “Sangenshoku,” followed by the smash hit “Idol,” where YOASOBI brought in young dancers to amplify the song’s story and emotion. ikura, dressed in a striking black ensemble, contrasted with the dancers in white, creating a powerful and emotional stage presence.

To close, Ayase and ikura climbed into hot-air balloons, greeting fans from high above, then returned to the main stage for "Gunjo," joined by former collaborators and dancers. The energy was electric as fans united in a stadium-wide singalong, ending with an explosive confetti display.

Encore Set

For the encore, YOASOBI and the band returned to resounding applause. ikura began “Butai ni Tatte” on a white electric guitar, then concluded with their debut track, “Yoru ni Kakeru,” bringing their three-hour show to a poignant close.

Source : ORICON NEWS