Adventures and tears, all born from this sound. Yoko Shimomura's 39th Anniversary Orchestra Concert Announced! Advance Ticket Sales Begin 7/4 (Sat) at 10:00 AM

Yoko Shimomura, a composer of global acclaim, has graced numerous masterpieces with her stunning music, including "Street Fighter II," "LIVE A LIVE," "Super Mario RPG," "Legend of Mana," "Xenoblade," "FINAL FANTASY XV," and the "Kingdom Hearts" series.

This special anniversary concert celebrates approximately 40 years of her musical journey, honoring the melodies that have been etched into the hearts of people across generations.

Grammy Award-winning conductor Arnie Roth, known for conducting numerous game music titles such as "Distant Worlds: music of FINAL FANTASY," will lead the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra for this event, held on September 25th at the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre.

The grand orchestral sound will bring legendary scenes back to life, delivering joy and emotion.

Concert Overview

Yoko Shimomura 39th Anniversary Orchestra Concert: 39! ~Thank You!~

[Performers] Conductor: Arnie Roth

Orchestra: Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra

Appearance: Yoko Shimomura

[Date and Time] September 25, 2026 (Fri) Doors open 18:00 / Performance begins 19:00

[Venue] Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Concert Hall

1-8-1 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 171-0021

[Tickets] S Seats: ¥9,900, A Seats: ¥8,800 (tax included)

[Planned Program] LIVE A LIVE: LIVE A LIVE - Forgotten Wings - MEGALOMANIA Medley

Legend of Mana: Hometown Domina

Xenoblade: Main Theme

Super Mario RPG: Beware the Forest Mushrooms

Final Fantasy XV: Stand Your Ground

Kingdom Hearts: The Other Promise

Hirune Hime ~Shiranai Watashi no Monogatari~: Cocone's Theme

... and more songs

*Program subject to change.

*The order of performance is not as listed.

[Official Website] https://www.yoko39.jp

*Preschool children are not permitted.

*Wheelchair users, please purchase S seats and contact Kyodo Tokyo (0570-550-799) by phone.

*Lost or forgotten tickets will not be reissued under any circumstances. Entry will not be permitted without a ticket.

[Sales Schedule]

Organizer Pre-sale: 7/4 (Sat) 10:00 AM - 7/12 (Sun) 11:59 PM

Kyodo Tokyo https://tickets.kyodotokyo.com/yoko39

0570-550-799 Operator Reception Hours (Weekdays 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM / Weekends and Holidays 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

Ticket Vendor Pre-sale: 7/13 (Mon) 10:00 AM onwards

Available at Kyodo Tokyo, Pia, Lawson, and e+

General Sale: 8/22 (Sat) 10:00 AM onwards

[Inquiries]

Kyodo Tokyo 0570-550-799 (Weekdays 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM / Weekends and Holidays 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

Planning, Production, and Organizer: Kyodo Tokyo

Yoko Shimomura (Composer)

Graduated from Osaka College of Music, Department of Music, Instrumental Major (Piano). After working at Capcom Co., Ltd. and Square Co., Ltd. (now Square Enix Co., Ltd.), she became independent and is now active as a freelance composer both domestically and internationally.

She has worked on numerous popular titles such as "Street Fighter II," "Super Mario RPG," "Legend of Mana," the "Kingdom Hearts" series, and "Final Fantasy XV," and is highly regarded as one of the leading composers in the game music industry.

Her work spans a wide range of genres, from rhythmic compositions using synthesizers to grand orchestral pieces for large ensembles. She is also known for her delicate and emotional melodies and dramatic musical expression, with her music beloved by many across countries and generations. Her music is performed at concerts and events worldwide, demonstrating her international popularity.

In recent years, she has been involved not only in composition but also in lyric writing and production, continuing to be active in diverse fields including games, anime, and visual works. Her over 30 years of achievements and significant contributions to game music culture have been highly recognized, earning her the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Game Developers Choice Awards in 2024. Furthermore, in 2025, she will be the first game music composer to receive the highest honor, the "BAFTA Fellowship," at the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA), further cementing her international acclaim.

Arnie Roth (Conductor)

Conductor Arnie Roth is a Grammy Award-winning musician known for his collaborations with world-renowned artists and orchestras. He is also well-known in the world of game music, having worked with Square Enix to conduct numerous tours, including "Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY," "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE Orchestra World Tour," and "NieR: Orchestra Concert re:12018," serving as director and producer.

To date, he has produced numerous bestselling albums for labels such as American Gramaphone, Mattel, Warner Bros., Sony, Universal, Koch, Razor & Tie, AWR Records, and Square Enix Music, showcasing his diverse activities.

(C) Takafumi Ueno

Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra

Founded in 1911, it is the orchestra with the longest history in Japan. It possesses both symphony orchestra and theatre orchestra functions. Honorary Music Director Myung-Whun Chung, Chief Conductor Andrea Battistoni, and Special Guest Conductor Mikhail Pletnev. In addition to its own performances, it engages in high-level musical activities through opera and ballet performances at the New National Theatre, broadcasts for NHK, and more. It also actively conducts overseas tours, attracting significant attention.

Since 1989, it has had a franchise agreement with Bunkamura Orchard Hall and has established partnerships with Bunkyo Ward, Chiba City, Karuizawa Town, and Nagaoka City, as well as a cooperation agreement with Kariya City, engaging in educational and creative cultural exchanges with each region.

https://www.tpo.or.jp/

Promotion: Kyodo Media