YOSHIKI to Perform National Anthem at F1 Japanese Grand Prix Final; Live Broadcast on 'YOSHIKI CHANNEL' Scheduled for March 29 (Sun) at 20:30 Following Helicopter Transit

A live broadcast of the official program "YOSHIKI CHANNEL" featuring YOSHIKI is scheduled for March 29 (Sun) at 20:30 JST. YOSHIKI, who will perform the Japanese national anthem at the pre-race ceremony for the "2026 FIA Formula One World Championship Aramco Japanese Grand Prix" at Suzuka Circuit in Mie, plans to travel by helicopter to appear live on the program from Tokyo. He will head straight to the live stream immediately after concluding his performance on the world-class stage. The broadcast will be available on Niconico Channel (Japan) and YouTube Channel Membership (worldwide, including Japan).

The F1 Japanese Grand Prix is an international event broadcast in over 180 countries and regions, drawing global attention. YOSHIKI will perform the Japanese national anthem on piano and drums during the pre-race ceremony.

This special moment where music and motorsports intersect will serve as an iconic performance for the world.

https://www.suzukacircuit.jp/f1/

YOSHIKI has previously performed at various domestic and international ceremonies and events. His credits include composing the celebratory song for the 10th anniversary of the Emperor's enthronement, the official image song for the Aichi Expo, and the official theme song for the Golden Globe Awards. Furthermore, in March of last year, he performed both the Japanese and American national anthems at the MLB opening game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago Cubs at Tokyo Dome. That performance drew significant attention as his first public appearance following a long recovery from his third cervical spine surgery. Given this track record on the international stage, there are high expectations for his performance at the F1 Japanese Grand Prix.

During the program, YOSHIKI is expected to share his thoughts immediately after performing on the international stage of the F1 Japanese Grand Prix and discuss behind-the-scenes details of the ceremony. Sascha, a well-known F1 commentator and "Fuji TV F1 Navigator," is also scheduled to appear remotely to convey the excitement from Suzuka. (*The schedule is subject to change depending on race developments.)

Additionally, YOSHIKI is scheduled to hold his full-scale comeback concert, "YOSHIKI CLASSICAL 2026: Eve of Awakening - Tokyo 3 Nights, Chapter 1 to the World," the following week. He will discuss his thoughts, concepts, and highlights for the upcoming performances.

YOSHIKI CLASSICAL 2026

Dates: April 3 (Fri), 4 (Sat), 5 (Sun), 2026

Venue: Tokyo Garden Theater

Details: https://jp.yoshiki.net/info/7740/

Furthermore, as the second chapter of his classical world tour, he will perform in Los Angeles at the Walt Disney Concert Hall on July 16 and 17, 2026...