Midori Goto with the Lucerne Festival Chamber Orchestra Ticket Information

• March 17, 2026 at 7:00 pm
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• March 20, 2026 at 10:00 pm
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Overview

Midori Goto with the Lucerne Festival Chamber Orchestra is a mesmerizing classical music event featuring the world-renowned violinist Midori Goto, performing alongside the prestigious Lucerne Festival Chamber Orchestra, led by Daniel Dodds, in celebration of its 70th anniversary. Scheduled for March 17, 2026, at Takasaki Arts Theatre Grand Theatre (Gunma), March 18, 2026, at Suntory Hall Main Hall (Tokyo), and March 20, 2026, at The Symphony Hall (Osaka), the program includes Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E minor, Müller’s Gayatri Rhapsody, and symphonies by Mozart (Jupiter) or Beethoven (Eroica). Held in venues with ~1,000–2,000 capacities, praised on X for Midori’s “delicate and electrifying” performances, tickets range from ¥15,400 (C seats) to ¥23,100 (S seats). Presale lotteries for Tokyo are open until October 1, 2025, 12:00 JST, with general sales for Osaka ending March 17, 2026, 23:59 JST; Takasaki is sold out. Located near major stations, the venues are ideal for exploring Takasaki’s Daruma Temple, Tokyo’s Roppongi, or Osaka’s Dotonbori. Secure tickets early via Jasumo due to high demand and Midori’s global acclaim.

Why Attend

• World-Class Talent: Midori Goto, a prodigy since age 11, delivers a captivating performance with the esteemed Lucerne Festival Chamber Orchestra.
• Exquisite Program: Features Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto, Müller’s Gayatri Rhapsody, and masterpieces like Mozart’s Jupiter or Beethoven’s Eroica.
• Prestigious Venues: Suntory Hall (2,000 seats), The Symphony Hall (2,400 seats), and Takasaki Arts Theatre (~2,000 seats) offer superior acoustics.
• Cultural Significance: Part of the Lucerne Festival, one of the world’s top music festivals, brought to Japan.
• Tourist-Friendly: Near cultural hubs like Takasaki’s Shorinzan Daruma-ji, Tokyo’s Tokyo Tower, and Osaka’s Osaka Castle.

Ticket Information

Event Dates & Times

• Gunma: Takasaki Arts Theatre Grand Theatre
  • Mar 17, 2026 (Tue): Time TBD (likely 19:00, doors ~45 minutes prior; check https://www.symphonyhall.jp).
• Tokyo: Suntory Hall Main Hall
  • Mar 18, 2026 (Wed): Time TBD (likely 19:00, doors ~45 minutes prior).
• Osaka: The Symphony Hall
  • Mar 20, 2026 (Fri, National Holiday): 14:00, doors 13:00.

Program

• March 17, 2026 (Gunma):
  • Müller: Gayatri Rhapsody.
  • Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64, MWV O14.
  • Mozart: Symphony No. 41 in C major, K. 551 “Jupiter”.
• March 18, 2026 (Tokyo):
  • Müller: Gayatri Rhapsody.
  • Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64, MWV O14.
  • Beethoven: Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major, Op. 55 “Eroica”.
• March 20, 2026 (Osaka):
  • Mozart: Symphony No. 41 in C major, K. 551 “Jupiter”.
  • Müller: Gayatri Rhapsody.
  • Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64.
• Notes: ~2 hours with intermission, program subject to change.

Performers

• Violinist: Midori Goto.
• Leader: Daniel Dodds.
• Orchestra: Lucerne Festival Chamber Orchestra.

Duration

Approximately 2 hours, including intermission, based on typical orchestral concerts.

Performance Period

March 17–20, 2026.

Venue Websites

• Takasaki Arts Theatre: https://takasaki-foundation.or.jp/theatre
• Suntory Hall: https://www.suntory.co.jp/suntoryhall
• The Symphony Hall: https://www.symphonyhall.jp

Purchase Channels

• Contact Jasumo for lottery application assistance via the Jasumo Contact Form.
• Official ticket platform: Ticket Pia (Tokyo), https://w.pia.jp/t/midorigoto2026/; The Symphony Ticket Center (Osaka), 06-6453-2333, https://www.symphonyhall.jp.
• Presale Lottery (Tokyo): Until Oct 1, 2025, 12:00 JST.
• General Sale (Osaka): Until Mar 17, 2026, 23:59 JST.
• General Sale (Tokyo): TBD, likely early October 2025.
• Takasaki: Sold out.
• Same-Day Tickets: Limited at venue box offices ~1 hour before, if available; expect same pricing (¥15,400–¥23,100).
• Travel Support: For trains, contact JR East (https://www.jreast.co.jp) for Gunma/Tokyo or JR West (https://www.westjr.co.jp) for Osaka.

Ticket Types & Pricing

Official Pricing (Tax Included)

• S Seats: ¥23,100, premium seating with optimal views/acoustics.
• A Seats: ¥18,700, excellent mid-tier seating.
• B Seats: ¥16,500, standard seating, farther from stage.
• C Seats: ¥15,400, budget-friendly seating, farthest from stage.

Reseller Pricing (Per Ticket, Subject to Change)

• S/A/B/C Seats: ¥18,000–¥30,000, ~30–80 tickets post-sales, based on classical concert trends; resale may be restricted.

Notes

• S seats offer the best acoustics/views, A/B seats balance quality and price, C seats are budget-friendly.
• Preschool children are not permitted; tickets required for ages 3+.
• No refunds or changes for performer/schedule changes; refunds only for full cancellation.
• Wheelchair users should contact The Symphony Ticket Center (06-6453-2333, closed Tuesdays) for Osaka or Ticket Pia for Tokyo by one month prior for arrangements.
• Secure via Jasumo by Oct 1, 2025 (Tokyo) for official ¥15,400–¥23,100 pricing; Takasaki is sold out, and Osaka sales end Mar 17, 2026.

Sales Schedule

• Presale Lottery (Tokyo): Until Oct 1, 2025, 12:00 JST.
• General Sale (Osaka): Until Mar 17, 2026, 23:59 JST.
• General Sale (Tokyo): TBD, likely early October 2025.
• Takasaki: Sold out.
• Same-Day: Limited at box office ~1 hour before, if any.

Venue Details

• Takasaki Arts Theatre Grand Theatre (Gunma)
  • Location: 9-1 Suehiro-cho, Takasaki-shi, Gunma 370-0065.
  • Capacity: ~2,000 seats.
  • Access: 5-min walk from Takasaki Station, JR Joetsu Shinkansen; ~90-min train from Tokyo Station.
  • Attractions: Shorinzan Daruma-ji Temple (15-min drive), Haruna Shrine (30-min drive).
• Suntory Hall Main Hall (Tokyo)
  • Location: 1-13-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-8403.
  • Capacity: ~2,000 seats.
  • Access: 5-min walk from Roppongi-itchome Station, Tokyo Metro Namboku Line; ~10-min train from Tokyo Station.
  • Attractions: Roppongi Hills (10-min walk), Tokyo Tower (15-min train).
• The Symphony Hall (Osaka)
  • Location: 2-3-3 Oyodo-minami, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 531-0075.
  • Capacity: ~2,400 seats.
  • Access: 10-min walk from Fukushima Station, JR Osaka Loop Line; ~10-min train from Osaka Station.
  • Attractions: Osaka Castle (15-min train), Dotonbori (20-min train).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form. Specify date, venue, ticket type (e.g., Mar 20, S Seat, 2 tickets), and preferences.
• Benefits: Bilingual support for Ticket Pia (Tokyo) or The Symphony Ticket Center (Osaka), assistance with Japanese phone/ID requirements, and group bookings up to 4 tickets.
• Note: Apply by Oct 1, 2025 (Tokyo) for official ¥15,400–¥23,100 pricing; Takasaki is sold out, and Osaka sales end Mar 17, 2026. Resales may reach ¥30,000 due to limited capacities and Midori’s acclaim. Jasumo can assist with travel logistics (trains).

Inquiries

• Performance and Ticket Inquiries:
  • Osaka: The Symphony Ticket Center, 06-6453-2333 (closed Tuesdays), https://www.symphonyhall.jp.
  • Tokyo: Ticket Pia, https://w.pia.jp/t/midorigoto2026/.
  • Gunma: Contact Takasaki Arts Theatre, https://takasaki-foundation.or.jp/theatre.
• Venue Inquiries: See venue websites listed above.

Disclaimer

Jasumo provides a specialized facilitation service for foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents in Japan, assisting with ticket acquisition for cultural events like Midori Goto with the Lucerne Festival Chamber Orchestra through authorized platforms like Ticket Pia or The Symphony Ticket Center. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell tickets directly. Our role is to guide international customers through the official booking process, addressing challenges such as:

• Language Barriers: Japanese-only ticketing systems; Jasumo offers bilingual support.
• Local Platforms: Platforms require membership; we assist with registration and payments.
• High Demand: ~1,000–2,400 venue capacities and Midori’s global acclaim make lotteries competitive; we manage deadlines to maximize chances.
  Securing tickets is not guaranteed. Apply via Jasumo by Oct 1, 2025 (Tokyo) for official prices; Takasaki is sold out, and Osaka sales end Mar 17, 2026. For travel planning, we can coordinate with regional tourism associations.

Reviews

• Midori Goto’s Mendelssohn at Suntory Hall was breathtaking—pure elegance!
• Jasumo made ticketing effortless; The Symphony Hall’s acoustics were phenomenal!
• A classical music must-see, with Osaka’s Dotonbori and Tokyo’s Roppongi nearby!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the program for Midori Goto’s performances?
A: The program includes Müller’s Gayatri Rhapsody, Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E minor, and Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony (Gunma, Osaka) or Beethoven’s Eroica (Tokyo), ~2 hours with intermission, subject to change.

Q2: Can international fans apply for tickets without speaking Japanese?
A: Yes, Jasumo offers bilingual assistance for Ticket Pia (Tokyo) or The Symphony Ticket Center (Osaka). Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form by Oct 1, 2025 (Tokyo).

Q3: Are children allowed, and what are the policies?
A: Preschool children are not permitted; tickets (¥15,400–¥23,100) are required for ages 3+, with no additional verification specified.

Q4: What are the accessibility accommodations at the venues?
A: Wheelchair users should contact The Symphony Ticket Center (06-6453-2333, Osaka) or Ticket Pia (Tokyo) by one month prior for arrangements; check venue websites for details.

Q5: Why is this concert special?
A: It features Midori Goto’s virtuosic violin with the Lucerne Festival Chamber Orchestra’s 70th-anniversary performance, delivering a world-class program in Japan’s top concert halls.

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