Immerse Yourself in the Sounds and Art, Dyeing Your Senses Blue! Outdoor Festival "WATERS takeshiba ART & MUSIC Festival 2026" to be Held on Saturday, May 16th at WATERS takeshiba!
The "WATERS takeshiba ART & MUSIC Festival 2026" will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at WATERS takeshiba. This experiential outdoor festival will feature live music and DJ performances by artists like Reiji Okamoto, art exhibitions by R-Ryōiki, and workshops, offering diverse content for an inspiring waterside experience.
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WATERS takeshiba, a waterside multi-purpose complex that opened in October 2020 in Minato Ward, Tokyo. Its central plaza (lawn area) is cherished as a place of relaxation for visitors and local residents alike, where they can enjoy their "free time by the water" in their own way.
WATERS takeshiba is pleased to announce that the "WATERS takeshiba ART & MUSIC Festival 2026," an experiential outdoor event offering "waterside time that stimulates curiosity" through music and art, will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
■Unique Artists with Diverse Musicality, Including Reiji Okamoto, DONGURIZU, Ashley, and EMI MARIA, Gather at Takeshiba!
WATERS takeshiba ART & MUSIC Festival 2026 will feature music live performances and DJ performances by a luxurious lineup of artists.
Reiji Okamoto
Reiji Okamoto, drummer of the rock band OKAMOTO'S, who has released his 10th album "4EVER" and has a solo live performance at Budokan scheduled, will perform a DJ set. While active in the mainstream scene, including appearing in the movie "Motto Choetsu Shita Tokoro e." in the autumn of 2022, his deep knowledge of DJing has earned him high acclaim.
DONGURIZU
The duo DONGURIZU, consisting of rapper Mori and trackmaker/producer Chomo, is also confirmed to appear. Expect them to ignite the waterfront with their sound, which they consistently self-produce from audio to video to artwork, always focusing on the dance floor and attracting attention from around the world.
EMI MARIA
EMI MARIA, known for her soulful and impactful singing voice, whose music is rooted in R&B but also gains support from the HIP HOP scene. She recently released "Mother Tree," a work reflecting her perspective as a mother and real-life experiences. At her latest live performance, her beautiful voice will provide an exquisite waterside experience.
Ashley
Ashley, a next-generation hip-hop R&B singer who freely manipulates English and Japanese, is also confirmed to appear. She made her acting debut in the ABEMA streaming drama "Keishicho Mayaku Torishimarikaki MOGURA" and participated in talk-of-the-town works such as BAD HOP's BARK's "Breath & Soul feat. Ashley" and HONEST BOYZ®'s "First Step feat. Ashley." The appearance of this next-generation artist, who solidified her reputation with the album "1999" released in November 2025, has also been confirmed.
NAOKI SERIZAWA feat MAKI ISAKA(SAX)
NAOKI SERIZAWA, who has performed DJ tours in 25 cities around the world, including Europe and Asia, will appear with saxophonist MAKI ISAKA. He serves as the music director for STARISLAND, which received a special jury prize at the Cool Japan Matching Award, and is a specialist in music selection who also served as the overall director for Japan's premier gymnastics festival "GALA2025," offering an exquisite waterside experience.
*Photos are from previous events.
In addition, a dance showcase featuring over 20 groups of dancers will also be held.
■WATERS takeshiba Transforms into an Open-Air Museum!
*Image is of works from previous events.
R-Ryōiki
Art exhibitions will be handled by R-Ryōiki, who overwhelms viewers with their solid worldview. Based on the concept of "expressing the true value of all things from multiple and essential perspectives in a diversifying modern society," they create unique installations by upcycling industrial waste and materials (garbage, waste) collected during travels. How will they transform the Takeshiba waterfront? Look forward to the new works created by R-Ryōiki.
*Images are of works from previous events. *Images are of works from previous events.
■Lots of workshops where you can experience art yourself!
In addition to listening to music and appreciating art, workshops where you can experience art yourself will also be held.
A dimple art workshop where you can create stained-glass-like works using paints made from recycled materials, and workshops for making resin and original accessories are full of fun activities for both children and adults. Please enjoy the art experience at Takeshiba.
■About WATERS takeshiba
WATERS takeshiba is a waterside multi-purpose complex located a 6-minute walk from Hamamatsucho Station on the JR Yamanote Line, which opened in October 2020. It comprises "JR East Shiki Theatre [Spring] [Autumn] / Jiyu Theatre," "Atre Takeshiba," "Mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection," "Takeshiba Pier (in front of WATERS takeshiba)," and "Takeshiba Tidal Flat," among others.
WATERS takeshiba is pleased to announce that the "WATERS takeshiba ART & MUSIC Festival 2026," an experiential outdoor event offering "waterside time that stimulates curiosity" through music and art, will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
■Unique Artists with Diverse Musicality, Including Reiji Okamoto, DONGURIZU, Ashley, and EMI MARIA, Gather at Takeshiba!
WATERS takeshiba ART & MUSIC Festival 2026 will feature music live performances and DJ performances by a luxurious lineup of artists.
Reiji Okamoto
Reiji Okamoto, drummer of the rock band OKAMOTO'S, who has released his 10th album "4EVER" and has a solo live performance at Budokan scheduled, will perform a DJ set. While active in the mainstream scene, including appearing in the movie "Motto Choetsu Shita Tokoro e." in the autumn of 2022, his deep knowledge of DJing has earned him high acclaim.
DONGURIZU
The duo DONGURIZU, consisting of rapper Mori and trackmaker/producer Chomo, is also confirmed to appear. Expect them to ignite the waterfront with their sound, which they consistently self-produce from audio to video to artwork, always focusing on the dance floor and attracting attention from around the world.
EMI MARIA
EMI MARIA, known for her soulful and impactful singing voice, whose music is rooted in R&B but also gains support from the HIP HOP scene. She recently released "Mother Tree," a work reflecting her perspective as a mother and real-life experiences. At her latest live performance, her beautiful voice will provide an exquisite waterside experience.
Ashley
Ashley, a next-generation hip-hop R&B singer who freely manipulates English and Japanese, is also confirmed to appear. She made her acting debut in the ABEMA streaming drama "Keishicho Mayaku Torishimarikaki MOGURA" and participated in talk-of-the-town works such as BAD HOP's BARK's "Breath & Soul feat. Ashley" and HONEST BOYZ®'s "First Step feat. Ashley." The appearance of this next-generation artist, who solidified her reputation with the album "1999" released in November 2025, has also been confirmed.
NAOKI SERIZAWA feat MAKI ISAKA(SAX)
NAOKI SERIZAWA, who has performed DJ tours in 25 cities around the world, including Europe and Asia, will appear with saxophonist MAKI ISAKA. He serves as the music director for STARISLAND, which received a special jury prize at the Cool Japan Matching Award, and is a specialist in music selection who also served as the overall director for Japan's premier gymnastics festival "GALA2025," offering an exquisite waterside experience.
*Photos are from previous events.
In addition, a dance showcase featuring over 20 groups of dancers will also be held.
■WATERS takeshiba Transforms into an Open-Air Museum!
*Image is of works from previous events.
R-Ryōiki
Art exhibitions will be handled by R-Ryōiki, who overwhelms viewers with their solid worldview. Based on the concept of "expressing the true value of all things from multiple and essential perspectives in a diversifying modern society," they create unique installations by upcycling industrial waste and materials (garbage, waste) collected during travels. How will they transform the Takeshiba waterfront? Look forward to the new works created by R-Ryōiki.
*Images are of works from previous events. *Images are of works from previous events.
■Lots of workshops where you can experience art yourself!
In addition to listening to music and appreciating art, workshops where you can experience art yourself will also be held.
A dimple art workshop where you can create stained-glass-like works using paints made from recycled materials, and workshops for making resin and original accessories are full of fun activities for both children and adults. Please enjoy the art experience at Takeshiba.
■About WATERS takeshiba
WATERS takeshiba is a waterside multi-purpose complex located a 6-minute walk from Hamamatsucho Station on the JR Yamanote Line, which opened in October 2020. It comprises "JR East Shiki Theatre [Spring] [Autumn] / Jiyu Theatre," "Atre Takeshiba," "Mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection," "Takeshiba Pier (in front of WATERS takeshiba)," and "Takeshiba Tidal Flat," among others.