The highly anticipated music event, “JAZZ NOT ONLY JAZZ Ⅱ,” is set to take place on Thursday, September 18, at the Tokyo International Forum in Yurakucho, Tokyo. This event marks the second edition of a unique live project that focuses on dynamic sessions between Shun Ishiwaka’s band, “The Shun Ishiwaka Septet,” and a selection of guest artists.
The first installment, held in June 2024, featured notable performers such as Hiromi Uehara, Yasuyuki Horikomi, and PUNPEE, and quickly sold out due to overwhelming demand.
For this upcoming event, “The Shun Ishiwaka Septet” will reunite with its original lineup: drummer Shun Ishiwaka, guitarists Shuta Nishida and Tokutaro Hosoi, bassist Marty Holoubek, saxophonist Kei Matsumaru, trumpeter Jozo Yamada, and pianist Shota Watanabe. Fans can expect another evening of electrifying performances and seamless collaboration, continuing the spirit of creative jazz fusion that defined the first concert.
The guest artists include the internationally acclaimed jazz pianist Robert Glasper, a five-time Grammy Award winner, who will be performing in Japan. From Japan, the first lineup announced features Kosuke Hino, Yasuyuki Okamura, and AiNA THE END, who also appeared in the previous event.
Alongside the announcement, ticket pre-sales have officially begun. The earliest opportunity to secure tickets is through the “WOWOW WEB Member Pre-sale,” which is accepting applications until Sunday, June 1.
JAZZ NOT ONLY JAZZ Ⅱ
Event Details
Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Doors Open: 18:00 / Show Starts: 19:00
Venue: Tokyo International Forum Hall A (3-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
Performers
Aina The End, Yasuyuki Okamura, Terumasa Hino, Robert Glasper, and more
Band Members: The Shun Ishiwaka Septet
Drums: Shun Ishiwaka
Guitar: Shuta Nishida
Guitar: Tokutaro Hosoi
Bass: Marty Holoubek
Saxophone: Kei Matsumaru
Trumpet: Jozo Yamada
Piano: Shota Watanabe
(Performers listed in alphabetical order)
Organizers
WOWOW / Wise Connection / Kyodo Tokyo
Planning & Production
WOWOW / Wise Connection
Ticket Information
SS Seat: ¥16,500 (tax included)
S Seat: ¥9,500 (tax included)
U-25 Seat: ¥4,000 (tax included)
Pre-sale
WOWOW WEB Member Pre-sale: May 22 (Thu) 10:00 – June 1 (Sun) 23:59
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eplus Earliest Pre-sale (Lottery): June 5 (Thu) 12:00 – June 15 (Sun) 23:59
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eplus Second Pre-sale (First-come, First-served): June 21 (Sat) 12:00 – June 27 (Fri) 18:00
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Tickets are digital only (Smartphone tickets).
WOWOW WEB membership (free) or eplus account registration required to purchase.
General Sale
Starts July 5 (Sat) 10:00
Contact for inquiries
Kyodo Tokyo: 0570-550-799 (Weekdays 11:00–18:00 / Weekends & holidays 10:00–18:00)
Notes
Resale for profit without organizer’s consent is prohibited.
No admission for children below school age.
The event may be video recorded.
Performers are subject to change without notice; refunds will not be given for changes or cancellations.
Only digital tickets handled. Ticket download requires the eplus app.
Admission requires displaying the digital ticket on a smartphone or tablet with internet connection on the day of the event.
Up to 4 tickets per person per show.
U-25 tickets are for those aged 25 or younger at entry; age ID may be checked on the day. Seats for U-25 ticket holders may not be next to companions with SS or S seats. Please purchase the same ticket category if you want adjacent seating.
Wheelchair users should purchase S seats and contact Kyodo Tokyo in advance (0570-550-799) due to limited space. Viewing with companions may be separated or limited to own seat.
