New Japan Philharmonic “Ninth” Special Concert 2025 CCC Christmas Concert

• December 17, 2025 at 2:00 pm
  Event date:
• December 22, 2025 at 4:00 pm
  Event end:

Overview

The New Japan Philharmonic “Ninth” Special Concert 2025 CCC Christmas Concert is a celebrated annual event featuring Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 “Choral”, conducted by Music Director Yutaka Sado. Known for its uplifting “Ode to Joy,” this performance is a festive highlight, drawing over 8,000 spectators last year. Held across four iconic venues in Tokyo and Kanagawa, it features soloists Heidi Stober (soprano), Kasumi Shimizu (mezzo-soprano), Riccardo Della Sciucca (tenor), Gustavo Castillo (baritone), and the Ritsuyukai Choir, led by chorus master Fumiaki Kuriyama. With high demand (two venues sold out) and limited tickets remaining, this is a must-attend for classical music fans.

Why Attend

• Iconic Repertoire: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 is a cultural staple in Japan, especially during the festive season.
• World-Class Performers: Yutaka Sado and an international cast deliver a powerful rendition, praised on X for its “electrifying energy.”
• Premier Venues: Suntory Hall (~2,006 seats), Sumida Triphony Hall (~1,801 seats), Tokyo Opera City (~1,632 seats), and Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall (~2,020 seats) offer superb acoustics.
• Tourist-Friendly: Venues are near landmarks like Tokyo Tower (Suntory Hall), Sumida River (Triphony Hall), and Yokohama’s Landmark Tower.
• Free for Kids: Children under 18 (born after April 2, 2007) get free entry at Yokohama (Dec 19) and Tokyo Opera City (Dec 21), with 50% off for one accompanying adult.

Ticket Information

• Event Dates & Times:
• Suntory Hall Main Hall (Tokyo): December 17, 2025 (Wed), 2:00 PM (doors ~1:15 PM) – Sold Out
• Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall Large Hall (Kanagawa): December 19, 2025 (Fri), 7:00 PM (doors ~6:15 PM)
• Sumida Triphony Hall Main Hall (Tokyo): December 20, 2025 (Sat), 2:00 PM (doors ~1:15 PM)
• Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall: Takemitsu Memorial (Tokyo):
  • December 21, 2025 (Sun), 6:00 PM (doors ~5:15 PM) – Sold Out
  • December 22, 2025 (Mon), 7:00 PM (doors ~6:15 PM)
• Duration: ~1.5–2 hours
• Purchase Channels:
• Official: New Japan Philharmonic Ticket Box (03-5610-3815, Weekdays 10:00–18:00, Sat 10:00–15:00), New Japan Philharmonic Ticket Online (https://www.njp.or.jp/en/tickets), Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/, P-code: 304-939), Lawson Ticket (https://l-tike.com/, L-code: 30073), Eplus (https://eplus.jp/njp/), Confetti Ticket Center (050-3092-0051, https://confetti-web.com/). Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall Ticket Center (045-682-2000, https://minatomirai.pia.jp/).
• Overseas Fans: Use Ticket Pia’s English site or Jasumo (https://jasumo.com/contact) for bilingual support.
• Resellers: Viagogo (https://www.viagogo.com/), StubHub (https://www.stubhub.com/); caution advised due to inflated prices (e.g., ¥16,000 for Yokohama S Seat vs. official ¥12,000) and risk of invalid tickets.
• Rules:
• Preschool children (under 6) not permitted; elementary school students allowed with NJP card discount.
• Photography allowed post-performance (curtain call only, smartphones only, no flash/tripods/selfie sticks).
• No refunds or seat changes after purchase, except for cancellations; travel/accommodation costs not covered.
• Electronic tickets (QR code or printed); Japanese phone number may be required.
• Wheelchair Seats: Contact New Japan Philharmonic Ticket Box (03-5610-3815) or Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall (045-682-2000) before purchase.
• Maximum 4 tickets per person per show for general sale.
• Ticket Types & Pricing:
• Official Pricing (Tax Included, per New Japan Philharmonic):
  • SS Seats: ¥12,000
  • S Seats: ¥10,000
  • A Seats: ¥8,000
  • B Seats: ¥6,500
  • C Seats: ¥5,000
  • U25 (Under 25): ¥3,000 (limited availability)
  • Free for Under 18: Yokohama (Dec 19), Tokyo Opera City (Dec 21); one accompanying adult (19+) gets 50% off general price.
• Reseller Pricing (Per Ticket, Subject to Change, per Viagogo/StubHub):
  • Yokohama (Dec 19): SS Seats ¥16,000 (4 tickets left), S Seats ¥13,500 (5 tickets left), A Seats ¥10,500 (6 tickets left)
  • Sumida (Dec 20): SS Seats ¥15,500 (5 tickets left), S Seats ¥13,000 (6 tickets left), A Seats ¥10,000 (7 tickets left)
  • Tokyo Opera City (Dec 22): SS Seats ¥16,500 (3 tickets left), S Seats ¥14,000 (4 tickets left), A Seats ¥11,000 (5 tickets left)
• Notes:
  • Prices consistent across venues; official channels or Jasumo recommended to avoid inflated reseller prices.
  • Critically low availability: e.g., 3 tickets for Tokyo Opera City (Dec 22, SS Seats), 4 for Yokohama (Dec 19, SS Seats).
• Sales Schedule:
• Priority Sale: Regular/Patronage members: July 26, 2025, 10:00 JST; My Plan members: July 29, 2025, 10:00 JST.
• General Sale: August 8, 2025, 10:00 JST.
• Deadlines:
  • Yokohama (Dec 19): December 16, 2025, 23:59 JST
  • Sumida (Dec 20): December 17, 2025, 23:59 JST
  • Tokyo Opera City (Dec 22): December 19, 2025, 23:59 JST
• Same-Day: Limited availability at venue box office (if available); expect higher prices.
• Resale: Official resale via Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/guide/resale-entry.jsp); starts ~5 days prior (e.g., Dec 12 for Yokohama, Dec 15 for Sumida, Dec 17 for Tokyo Opera City).

Venue Details

1. Suntory Hall Main Hall (Tokyo) – Sold Out

• Location: 1-13-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo (Google Maps)
• Date: December 17, 2025
• Capacity: ~2,006
• Access: 5-min walk from Roppongi-itchome Station (Namboku Line).
• Attractions: Tokyo Tower (10-min train), Roppongi Hills (5-min walk).

1. Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall Large Hall (Kanagawa)

• Location: 2-3-2 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama (Google Maps)
• Date: December 19, 2025
• Capacity: ~2,020
• Access: 5-min walk from Minatomirai Station (Minatomirai Line).
• Attractions: Landmark Tower (5-min walk), Yokohama Chinatown (15-min walk).

1. Sumida Triphony Hall Main Hall (Tokyo)

• Location: 1-2-3 Kinshi, Sumida-ku, Tokyo (Google Maps)
• Date: December 20, 2025
• Capacity: ~1,801
• Access: 5-min walk from Kinshicho Station (JR Sobu Line).
• Attractions: Sumida River (10-min walk), Tokyo Skytree (15-min walk).

1. Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall: Takemitsu Memorial (Tokyo)

• Location: 3-20-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Google Maps)
• Dates: December 21, 2025 (Sold Out), December 22, 2025
• Capacity: ~1,632
• Access: 5-min walk from Hatsudai Station (Keio New Line).
• Attractions: Shinjuku Gyoen (10-min train), Meiji Jingu (15-min train).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact via Jasumo Contact Form. Specify date (e.g., Dec 19, Yokohama), ticket type (e.g., S Seat, 2 tickets), and preferences.
• Benefits: Bilingual support, assistance with Japanese phone number requirements, group bookings.
• Note: Book by August 15, 2025, to secure tickets at official prices (e.g., ¥12,000 for SS Seat), as availability is critically low (e.g., 3 tickets for Tokyo Opera City Dec 22 SS Seats). Resale prices are inflated (e.g., ¥16,500 for Tokyo Opera City SS Seat).

Inquiries

• General: New Japan Philharmonic Ticket Box (03-5610-3815, Weekdays 10:00–18:00, Sat 10:00–15:00)
• Yokohama: Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall Ticket Center (045-682-2000, 10:00–17:00, except holidays/maintenance)
• Online: Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/), Eplus (https://eplus.jp/), Lawson Ticket (https://l-tike.com/), Confetti (https://confetti-web.com/)

Disclaimer

Jasumo offers a facilitation service for foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents in Japan, helping them access and apply for tickets to various events, including concerts, sports, and cultural activities. We are not a reseller of tickets, nor do we sell tickets directly. Our role is to support international customers by guiding them through the official ticket booking process, ensuring they can secure their tickets through recognized platforms and authorized providers.

Due to high demand for New Japan Philharmonic “Ninth” Special Concert 2025, with Suntory Hall (Dec 17) and Tokyo Opera City (Dec 21) sold out and critically low availability (e.g., 3 tickets for Tokyo Opera City Dec 22 SS Seats, 4 for Yokohama Dec 19 SS Seats), availability is not guaranteed. Refunds will only be issued if entries cannot be secured through official channels or in case of cancellation. We strongly recommend purchasing tickets by August 15, 2025, at official prices (e.g., ¥12,000 for SS Seat) or monitoring official resale (~5 days prior to each show) to avoid inflated reseller prices (e.g., ¥16,500 for Tokyo Opera City SS Seat).

Reviews

• “Sado’s Ninth was a transcendent experience!”
• “Jasumo made booking from overseas seamless!”
• “Yokohama’s acoustics were perfect for Beethoven!”

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