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Upcoming Concerts by Japan Philharmonic Orchestra

The Japan Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra, based in Suginami, Tokyo, is excited to announce alterations to the performers for their upcoming concerts, set for late June and July 2026. Under the leadership of esteemed conductor Junichi Hirokami and rising star violinist Boha Moon, audiences can look forward to a rich musical experience.

418th Yokohama Regular Concert

On June 27, 2026, the orchestra will perform at the Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall, featuring the talented violinist Boha Moon. He replaces Boris Belkin, who, alongside conductor Hirokami, highly recommended Moon for this special occasion. Boha Moon recently garnered recognition by securing second place in the violin category at the prestigious Sendai International Music Competition in 2025, rapidly earning acclaim in the global music scene.

The concert's program includes:

• - Mozart: Overture from The Impressario K.486
• - Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, Op. 26
• - Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67

The first half features Bruch's melodious violin concerto, famed for its emotional range, while the latter showcases Beethoven's iconic Symphony No. 5, which symbolizes human will and triumph. Under Hirokami's dynamic conducting, the orchestra promises a powerful performance that resonates with passion and commitment.

Concert Details

• - Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
• - Time: 15:00
• - Location: Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall
• - Conductor: Junichi Hirokami
• - Violinist: Boha Moon
• - Ticket Prices:

- S Seat: ¥9,500
- A Seat: ¥8,000
- B Seat: ¥7,000
- C Seat: ¥6,000
- P Seat: ¥5,000
- Ys Seat: ¥2,500 (For those under 25)

For more information, visit Japan Philharmonic Concert.

782nd Tokyo Regular Concert

Following the Yokohama concert, the Japan Philharmonic will hold its 782nd regular concert on July 10 and 11, 2026, at Suntory Hall in Tokyo. This performance will highlight renowned violinist Akiko Suwanai and the acclaimed oboist and conductor Francois Leleux.

This marks the trio's third collaboration with the maestro, emphasizing a distinctive exploration of Beethoven's Violin Concerto, which will be performed for the first time in seventeen years at this venue. The latter half of the program will feature Prokofiev's powerful Symphony No. 5, composed hastily during WWII, showcasing a blend of contemporary sounds and folk-inspired melodies, delivered with Leleux's signature finesse and vibrant interpretation.

Concert Details

• - Dates:

- July 10, 2026, at 19:00
- July 11, 2026, at 14:00

• - Location: Suntory Hall, Tokyo
• - Conductor: Francois Leleux
• - Violinist: Akiko Suwanai
• - Ticket Prices:

- S Seat: ¥10,000
- A Seat: ¥8,500
- B Seat: ¥7,500
- C Seat: ¥6,000
- P Seat: ¥5,000
- Ys Seat: ¥2,500 (For those under 25)

More details can be found at Japan Philharmonic Concert.

Please note that refunds for regular membership tickets due to performer changes will not be offered. We appreciate your understanding and support.

The Japan Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra, founded in June 1956, has continually breathed new life into the music scene with its diverse repertoire and innovative performance style, leaving an indelible mark on the world of orchestral music. Today, with the leadership of Chief Conductor Kachun Wong, they are recognized for their excellence and have made significant strides in representing the 21st-century orchestra vision in Japan.