Kyoto's best places to enjoy live music! 10 recommended live music clubs
2023-04-11 Management office
Many events have been canceled due to the Corona disaster, and many people may not be able to go to live shows.
Recently, more and more small-scale events are being held with countermeasures in place, and live performances are gradually becoming more enjoyable.
In such a situation, we would like to recommend Kyoto's live houses to those who love bands and live performances.
Kyoto may have an image of being a tourist destination, but it is also a popular place for live performance lovers, hosting the summer outdoor festival "Kyoto Daisensen" and the winter "Porno Super Express".
This article therefore compiles a list of "Kyoto's live music venues" recommended for those who love such live music, so please take a look.
Recently, more and more small-scale events are being held with countermeasures in place, and live performances are gradually becoming more enjoyable.
In such a situation, we would like to recommend Kyoto's live houses to those who love bands and live performances.
Kyoto may have an image of being a tourist destination, but it is also a popular place for live performance lovers, hosting the summer outdoor festival "Kyoto Daisensen" and the winter "Porno Super Express".
This article therefore compiles a list of "Kyoto's live music venues" recommended for those who love such live music, so please take a look.
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Management office
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KYOTO MUSE
Kyoto Muse is one of the largest live music clubs in Kyoto and has a long history, having opened in 1990.
Many famous bands perform
Many bands use it for national tours, and many famous artists have performed there.
Recently, "Kyusoneko-Kami" and "Yoru no Honkoku Dance" have also performed at KYOTOMUSE.
It is such a famous live music club in Kyoto that it is sometimes used by foreign artists when they visit Kyoto.
Attractive large stage and acoustics
Another attraction of KYOTOMUSE is its spacious stage with high ceilings and good sound.
If you want to enjoy a powerful and authentic stage performance, please visit KYOTOMUSE.
<Store Information
Store Name：KYOTO MUSE
Address: Muse 389, Yanagibaba Nishiiru, Shijo-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto
Phone number: 075-223-0389
Space and Facilities: Large stage, high sound quality, many famous artists have performed
URL： http://muse-live.com/kyoto/
LIVE HOUSE GATTACA
LIVE HOUSE GATTACA is located in Saiin, Kyoto.
It is a live music club loved by many people as a place for new contacts and opportunities.
GATTACA rents stages for a variety of uses.
So you can enjoy a variety of music from playing to playing with a band set.
Depending on the artist's ideas, you can enjoy a stage with a completely different atmosphere.
Collaboration with popular festivals in Kyoto
We also collaborate with Kyoto's famous live festival "Kyoto Daisakusen" in summer.
The event, titled "Kyoto Daisakusen eve Festival," is a circuit event held at three live houses in Kyoto, including GATTACA.
Kyoto Grand Operation ticket holders will receive a 1,000 yen discount on admission, so please take advantage of this offer.
<Store Information
Store Name：Live House GATTACA
Address: 13 Nishisanzo-machi, Saiin, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City
Phone number: 050-1225-6613
Space and Facilities: Wide range of genres, some events in collaboration with popular festivals
URL： http://kyoto-gattaca.jp/
GROWLY
GROWLY is a live music club located near Nijo Station, famous for Nijo Castle. It is located in a quiet neighborhood with many private houses around.
Located near JR Nijo Station, plus coin-operated parking is available nearby, making it easy to get there by train or car.
Equipped with lockers
Lockers are available in the live music club for visitors to leave their baggage.
Many small live music clubs do not allow visitors to leave their luggage, so it is nice to be able to enjoy the show with a light baggage allowance.
Development of unique video distribution services
We are developing a unique subscription service called GROWLY Prime, a live video streaming service.
For 990 yen per month, you can watch videos from 915 artists.
You can enjoy your favorite artists found at live music venues at home.
<Store Information
Store Name：GROWLY
Address: 214 Hoshi-ike-cho, Nishinokyo, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Phone number: 075-366-6369
Space and Facilities: Easy access, lockers, on line reservation available
URL： https://growly.net/
磔磔
Crucifixion is a historic Kyoto live house that opened in 1974 and has continued to the present day.
It has many fans not only in Kyoto but also nationwide, and people go out of their way to visit from far away!
The building of the crucifix is a renovated 150-year-old sake brewery.
While many live houses are made of concrete or other materials that emphasize soundproofing, the charm of crucifixion is that you can enjoy the unique flavor of wooden architecture.
It is also recommended to pay attention to the smell and color of the floor and wood creaking in response to the performance, as a unique way to enjoy Crucifixion.
Kyoto musician's dream place
Many musicians in Kyoto say that their goal is to perform at the crucifixion.
For this reason, the artists who appear at Crucifixion are excellent in both technical skill and performance, and you are sure to enjoy an uplifting live performance.
The proximity between the audience and the stage is appealing.
The seats are very close to the stage, and if you are standing, the artists are close enough to reach out and touch you, so you can enjoy a realistic live performance.
<Store Information
Store Name：Taktaku
Address: 136-9, Sujiya-cho, Tominokoji-Butsugouji-shimoeru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City
Phone number: 075-351-1321
Space and Facilities: Historic building, close to performances
URL： http://www.geisya.or.jp/~takutaku/
KYOTO MOJO
KYOTO MOJO is a live music club located in the city of Kyoto, right next to Shijo subway station.
The store's distinctive storefront features the eye-catching mascot character "Mojo-kun.
The stage is located down the stairs and into the basement.
The slightly underground atmosphere is more intriguing.
A gathering place for young artists
Many of the artists who appear at the festival are relatively young. That is why the live performances are so energetic and enthusiastic.
And support for beginners in the band.
Although the image of a live concert is that it must feature original music, KYOTO MOJO also actively holds events exclusively for copy bands.
The event is designed to help those who would like to do originals in the future but are just starting out and find it difficult.
We are also enthusiastically supporting the generation that will make the music scene in the future by organizing other student-centered events.
If you as an audience member would like to support young bands and students yourself, why not visit KYOTO MOJO?
<Store Information
Store Name：KYOTO MOJO
Address: Shijo-Karasuma Onishi Building 1F (office) B1F (hall), 39-1 Shijo-Shinmachi Tsukiboko-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto
Phone number: 075-254-7707
Space and facilities: good access, underground atmosphere
Live House nano
Live House nano is a relatively small live music venue, but it is a place with many ardent fans.
Both performers and customers love nano, which is why there are many bands that perform there regularly and many customers who come back again and again.
Numerous indie bands perform
Bands appearing at nano are mainly local indie bands from Kyoto.
Some of these bands gained live experience at nano when they were indies, and later made their major debuts and are now active nationwide.
Circuit festival "Nanoboro Festa
Kyoto's music festival "Borofesta" started in 2002.
Inc." will perform in 2021, and many famous artists also perform at this representative festival in Kyoto.
And prior to this, there is a smaller circuit festival called "Nanoboro Festa" held mainly by artists in the Kansai region, and Live House nano is the central venue for this festival.
BoroFesta is held every October and NanoboroFesta in July, so if you are interested, be sure to check them out as well.
Manager Mole's passion
One of the reasons why nano is loved by many people despite its small size is probably the manager's passion for music.
The manager, Mr. Mogra, has a strong desire to "be on the band's side" and is always thinking with the band about how to make the show even better.
The "Words from the Manager" page on the official website conveys the desire to stand on the same page as the artists and provide the best possible live show to the customers.
In addition, each event is accompanied by a long comment from the manager on the live schedule page. It is very interesting to search for an event by reading these comments.
<Store Information
Store name：Live House nano
Address: 632-3 Nishidongin-cho, Oshikoro-dori Nishidongin, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
Phone number: 075-254-1930
Space and facilities: with its own events. At-home space.
URL： https://livehouse-nano.com/index.php
SILVER WINGS
SILVER WINGS is a live house and Cafe&Bar located in Gion, a famous sightseeing spot in Kyoto.
Opened in 2008, it has been a place to enjoy music and drinks and has hosted numerous artists.
Enjoy all genres of music
Musicians, performers, dancers, DJs and artists of all genres, both professional and amateur, perform at the festival.
You can also enjoy alcoholic beverages, so it is recommended to stop by while sightseeing.
Lots of tourist attractions nearby.
Many of Gion's major tourist attractions are located near SILVER WINGS, including Yasaka Shrine, Chion-in Temple, and Yoshimoto Gion Hanazuki.
A short walk will take you to Kawaramachi Dori, where you can enjoy shopping, making it an ideal area for sightseeing in Kyoto.
<Store Information
Store Name：Kyoto Gion Cafe&Bar SILVER WINGS
Address: Prestige Gion 1F, 270 Umemoto-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
Phone number: 075-204-9966
Spaces and facilities: Wide range of genres, near tourist attractions
URL： http://www.limekoubou.com/
negative and positive
Live & Sake Negaposi. As the name suggests, it is a slightly different kind of restaurant that is both a live music club and a pub.
The atmosphere makes it an easy place to stop by, and it has become a gathering place for many local Kyoto residents.
Live music venue that values live sound
Raw sound is the true resonance of an instrument. Negaposi is a live music club that values such live sound, so the sound of acoustic guitars and other instruments whose live sound is important sound very beautiful.
Therefore, it is a live house where acoustic music, such as storytelling, can be heard very comfortably.
However, a variety of artists of all genres are performing, so you can enjoy music other than playing.
No charge after 22:00
Negaposi is both a live music club and a tavern, but there is no charge after 10:00 p.m.
Many people head directly to the izakaya after seeing a live concert.
Perhaps you can even have a drink with the artist you saw perform live.
<Store Information
Store name：Live & Sake Negaposi
Address: 40 Imada-cho, Nishiinhigashi, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City
Phone number: 075-555-5205
Space and Facilities: Live music venue with tavern attached and comfortable live sound
URL： http://www.negaposi.net/
UrBANGUILD
UrBANGUILD" is a multifaceted art space where various events are held.
It is a place where you can enjoy a wide range of art activities such as live music, theater, and film screenings.
Atmospheric building with a unique atmosphere
The place has a distinctive atmosphere with concrete walls, wooden floors and tables.
The lighting is a warm orange color, providing a relaxed atmosphere for watching live performances.
In general, most live music venues offer an extensive drink menu but not much in the way of food.
However, UrBANGUILD also offers many authentic food options, so you can enjoy a meal while watching a live performance.
This is unique to UrBANGUILD, which also offers table seating.
This live music venue is recommended for those who do not like intense live music or standing-room-only shows.
<Store Information
Store name：UrBANGUILD
Address: New Kyoto Bldg. 3F, 181-2 Zaimoku-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Phone number: 075-212-1125
Space & Facilities: Various performances, relaxed atmosphere, food menu available
URL： http://urbanguild.net/
Kyoto FANJ
Kyoto FANJ is a live house for various events from indie bands to major bands.
In addition to Kyoto, the company also operates in Shinsaibashi, Osaka and Amerika-mura, Osaka.
Full-scale sound and lighting
Kyoto FANJ is equipped with full-scale sound and lighting equipment, enabling a wide range of productions to match the performance.
The productions are tailored to the atmosphere of each band, which makes the live show even more exciting.
In addition to band performances, the high-level facilities allow for a variety of events to be enjoyed regardless of genre, such as DJs, dances, fashion shows, and plays.
Many artists have chosen Kyoto FANJ as the Kyoto venue for their national tours.
If you want to enjoy the performance of not only Kyoto bands but also those that are active nationwide, please visit Kyoto FANJ.
<Store Information
Store name：Kyoto FANJ
Address: B1F Bizenya Building, 101 Kamitakano Kurumaji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
Phone number: 075-711-0711
Space and Facilities: Full-scale sound and lighting, various performances, and many famous artists,
URL： http://kyoto-fanj.com/index.html
summary
In this issue, we introduced 10 "Live Music Houses in Kyoto.
In fact, there are many artists from Kyoto who are active nationwide today, such as "Kururi," whose songs are used in many movies and animations.
Some of the live music venues introduced in this article were where such famous bands performed in their indie days, so you may be able to see the same upcoming bands up close and personal.
Large festivals are great fun, but live music venues offer a different kind of enjoyment.
Why not stop by when you visit Kyoto, such as while sightseeing?
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