The new future TV 'ABEMA' has decided to live-stream the performance of Ayumi Hamasaki's concert 'ayumi hamasaki JAPAN TOUR 2026 A -Scapegoat-' on 'ABEMA PPV' (ABEMA Pay-Per-View) starting at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Viewing tickets for this broadcast are currently on sale as of 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Ayumi Hamasaki's concert 'ayumi hamasaki JAPAN TOUR 2026 A -Scapegoat-', which will be exclusively live-streamed on ABEMA, is a highly anticipated tour described on the official website as follows: 'What is the meaning behind the title? Is it a "scapegoat" or a "chosen existence"? The answer has yet to be revealed. However, in this tour beginning in Japan, one can feel that there is something clearly different from before—a certain unwavering essence of ayu.' ABEMA PPV will deliver the performance from the tour's opening night at Ariake Arena in Tokyo on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

Tickets for this broadcast are available on ABEMA PPV starting at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 28, and can be purchased for 5,000 yen (tax included) per performance. We hope you enjoy this opening performance of the tour on ABEMA PPV.

(*1) Tickets can be purchased within the app and via web browser (credit card payment only). Please check the following page for details on how to purchase: (https://help.abema.tv/hc/ja/articles/18800916121497) (*2) Content on 'ABEMA PPV' can be viewed after purchasing a ticket within the app or via a web browser. Purchases made within the app will incur an additional 500 yen service fee. Additionally, some TV devices and tablets do not support ticket purchases. (Click here for how to watch on TV devices: https://help.abema.tv/hc/ja/articles/360045088511)

'ABEMA PPV' / Ayumi Hamasaki 'ayumi hamasaki JAPAN TOUR 2026 A -Scapegoat-' Exclusive Live Broadcast Overview

▼ Performer Ayumi Hamasaki

▼ Broadcast Date and Time Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 7:00 PM (Broadcast starts at 6:30 PM)

▼ Viewing Fee 5,000 yen (tax included) *For those purchasing via the ABEMA app, an additional 500 yen service fee will be charged.

▼ Sales Period From 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 28, 2026, to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

▼ Purchaser-Exclusive Giveaway Campaign Three people will be selected by lottery from those who purchase a ticket for this stream to receive a 'signed T-shirt'! *Winners will be sent an address registration form via the ABEMA gift box during April 2026, so please register the necessary information. *The operation of this campaign is outsourced to Paldia Co., Ltd.

▼ 1,000 Yen Cashback Campaign Register for ABEMA Premium during the target period, purchase the target PPV ticket, and meet the requirements to receive 1,000 yen cash back! Please check the campaign page for details. (URL: https://abema.tv/lp/cashback-hamasakiayumi-20260408) *Please note that 'ABEMA Premium with Ads' is not eligible for this campaign.

▼ Broadcast URL https://abema.tv/live-event/5285b011-7a7b-43cb-a295-ce25dee659e6

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About 'ABEMA' 'ABEMA' is a video streaming service that aims to innovate television and operates as a 'new future TV,' celebrating its 10th anniversary on April 11, 2026. Since its launch, it has functioned as an internet TV service that can be enjoyed for free without registration, broadcasting approximately 25 channels 24/7, including a 24-hour news channel, original dramas, romance reality shows, variety programs, anime, and sports, all pursuing 'highest quality or one-of-a-kind' content.

In addition to boasting the highest number of original episodes of any domestic video service in Japan (*), it offers a rich lineup of new movies, popular domestic and international dramas, trending anime, as well as sports broadcasts and online live events. Content is provided to suit diverse lifestyles, allowing users to enjoy works anytime, anywhere, regardless of time, via smartphones, PCs, tablets, and TV devices.

Furthermore, the 'ABEMA Premium' plan (1,080 yen/month, tax included) offers exclusive features and content, while the 'ABEMA Premium with Ads' plan (580 yen/month, tax included) allows users to watch 'ABEMA Premium' exclusive content with ads. (*) As of November 2025, internal research.

Check official social media for the latest information. 'ABEMA', the new future TV where you can enjoy free videos and trending works (https://abema.tv/)

To commemorate its 10th anniversary, ABEMA will launch various campaigns throughout the year to celebrate, including special programs and the 'ABEMA 10th Anniversary Free Grand Thanksgiving.' Please look forward to ABEMA's 10th anniversary. ABEMA 10th Anniversary Site URL: https://contents-abema.com/10th/

What is ABEMA PPV? 'ABEMA PPV' has grown significantly as a streaming platform since its launch in June 2020, with over 500 participating artists, one of the largest numbers in Japan.

It features various functions to enhance the online live experience, such as high-quality viewing with up to double the bitrate, and 'multi-device support' that allows users to watch on smartphones, tablets, or home TV screens anytime and anywhere. Additionally, features like the 'comment function,' which allows viewers to interact in real-time, provide a sense of unity among the audience as if they were at the live venue. (*1) As of May 2023, internal research.

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