Deftones Announce First Japan Shows in 10 Years

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The alternative metal band Deftones has announced their first live shows in Japan in a decade, with concerts scheduled for Tokyo on May 18 and Osaka on May 19, 2026. Tickets for the shows will go on sale to the general public on March 28 at 10 a.m. Japan Standard Time.

Why it matters

Deftones has a strong international following, and their return to Japan after a 10-year absence is significant for their fans in the country. The band's 2025 album 'private music' has been well-received, and these Japan shows are part of their broader 2026 tour plans that include stops in Europe, Australia, and Latin America.

The details

Deftones' last performances in Japan were in 2016. The upcoming shows in Tokyo and Osaka will mark the band's first concerts in the country since then. A presale for the shows will begin on Saturday, February 22 at noon JST, with tickets going on sale to the general public one week later on March 28 at 10 a.m. JST.

• Deftones last performed in Japan in 2016.
• The upcoming Tokyo and Osaka shows are scheduled for May 18 and May 19, 2026.
• Presale tickets will be available starting on Saturday, February 22, 2026 at 12 p.m. Japan Standard Time.
• Tickets will go on sale to the general public on March 28, 2026 at 10 a.m. Japan Standard Time.

What’s next

Deftones' 2026 tour plans also include shows in Europe, Australia, and Latin America, as well as an appearance at the Sick New World Festival in Fort Worth, Texas in October.