Novel Core Completes National Tour with Announcement of Autumn Live House Tour 2026

Novel Core Completes National Tour and Announces New Live House Tour

The rising star of Japan's music scene, Novel Core, has successfully concluded their nationwide tour titled "PERFECTLY DEFECTiVE TOUR 2026". The final performance took place at the Toyosu PIT in Tokyo on June 26, following a series of seven concerts spanning six cities that began in April. This tour not only showcased Novel Core's explosive rock and sharp rap skills but also featured popular anime theme songs, including the ending themes for titles such as Kingdom and Baki Dou. Recently, Novel Core also contributed the theme song for the movie Anonymous, which was released nationwide last month.

During the final concert, the excitement peaked as Novel Core announced their upcoming live house tour, "BLACK TiE TOUR 2026," scheduled to kick off on October 15. This new tour will include performances in five cities over eight shows. The venue design and audience areas of the Tokyo show highlighted Novel Core's commitment to creating an inclusive experience — with active zones for moshing, safety areas for a relaxed experience, and family zones where parents and children could enjoy the performance together. This mixture of genres allows diverse fans to gather and enjoy the concert in their own unique style, embodied in the concept of a “mixture floor.”

At the tour's finale, audiences were treated to a dynamic setlist of 27 songs from their album PERFECTLY DEFECTiVE. Among the highlights were the premiere of the previously released theme for Anonymous, "Namae," and a surprise unveiling of the remix of "Bilibili," featuring guest artist JUBEE. His surprise appearance sent waves of excitement through the crowd, intensifying the atmosphere.

The concert, lasting close to two hours, remained a space where everyone could enjoy the performance in their own ways, culminating in loud cheers and an unforgettable celebration of Novel Core's musical identity.

Additionally, during the encore, the details about the upcoming "BLACK TiE TOUR 2026" were unveiled. Novel Core asserted their ambition to stand firmly in the mainstream by bringing their unique brand of mixture music to audiences nationwide. The band emphasized the preparation for this tour as an essential step in assembling the necessary pieces alongside their newly formed house band, THE WILL RABBITS.

Set to feature special programming including two-man shows and a finale in Tokyo at clubasia, the upcoming tour promises not only to amplify Novel Core's unique sound but also to further solidify their creative expression across genres. Early ticket sales have already begun, so fans are encouraged to secure their spots quickly through the official fan club, CORE HOUSE, and the online salon B-Town.

As PERFECTLY DEFECTiVE TOUR 2026 concludes, fans can expect Novel Core to persist in captivating audiences with their ever-evolving performances and artistry, setting the stage for an exciting future ahead.

Setlist Playlist

Check out the playlist of the songs performed during the national tour, "PERFECTLY DEFECTiVE TOUR 2026," available for streaming: Novel Core Playlist.

Tour Information

BLACK TiE TOUR 2026 (読み：ブラックタイツアーニセンニジュウロク)

- _Schedule:_

- October 15 (Thu) - Tokyo, Shibuya WWW X (OPEN 18:00 / START 19:00, 2MAN SHOW WITH ???)
- October 16 (Fri) - Tokyo, Shibuya WWW X (OPEN 18:00 / START 19:00)
- October 18 (Sun) - Hiroshima, Hiroshima CLUB QUATTRO (OPEN 16:00 / START 17:00)
- October 23 (Fri) - Nagano, Nagano CLUB JUNK BOX (OPEN 18:00 / START 19:00)
- October 24 (Sat) - Gifu, Gifu club-G (OPEN 18:00 / START 19:00)
- November 4 (Wed) - Osaka, Umeda CLUB QUATTRO (OPEN 18:00 / START 19:00)
- November 22 (Sun) - Tokyo, Shibuya clubasia (DAY - ??? / NIGHT - ???, details to be announced)

Each concert is expected to last between 1.5 to 2 hours.

Ticket Sales Information

1. CORE HOUSE Pre-sale (Lottery)
- Period: 6/26 (Fri) 21:00 - 7/5 (Sun) 23:59
2. B-Town Pre-sale (Lottery)
- Period: 6/26 (Fri) 21:00 - 6/30 (Tue) 23:59
3. Official Pre-sale (Lottery)
- Period: 7/10 (Fri) 21:00 - 7/26 (Sun) 23:59
4. Fast Pre-order (Lottery)
- Period: 7/31 (Fri) 10:00 - 8/16 (Sun) 23:59
5. Final Pre-order (Lottery)
- Period: 8/21 (Fri) 10:00 - 8/30 (Sun) 23:59
6. General Sales: Start on 9/4 (Fri) 10:00

Ticket Prices

- General Standing: ¥6,800 (tax included)
- Student Discount: ¥5,800 (tax included, excluding drink fee)

Release Information

- New single "Bilibili -Remix- feat. JESSE (RIZE / The BONEZ), JUBEE" is now available for streaming and download: Bilibili Remix
- Digital single "Namae" is also available: Namae
- New album "PERFECTLY DEFECTiVE" is out now: Album

Video Information

- Music Video for "Namae" (Theme Song for Anonymous): Watch Here
- Behind the Scenes: Watch Here
- Lyric Video for "Mountain Top": Watch Here

About Novel Core

Novel Core, hailing from Tokyo, is a 25-year-old rapper and singer-songwriter associated with SKY-HI's management label BMSG as their first artist. Known for their powerful stage presence and relatable lyrics, they have gained a broad fan base across generations. Their unique mixture sound blends hip-hop and rock with various subcultures and has garnered distinguished recognition. With sold-out shows planned for Japan's Nippon Budokan in January 2024, Novel Core is poised to expand their reach into arenas and live houses across the nation, continually building a strong relationship with their fans.

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