Written by Patrick Balfe
Candlelight Concert is a series of shows performed by string quartets at unique venues around the city. Shows have different themes and music and this one in particular focuses on classic love songs.
Tip: Check out the other candelight concerts around Tokyo and beyond. There’s something for all musical tastes.
What to expect
A string quartet will take you on a journey through romantic songs and ballads from famous films to ageless classics and contemporary pop. Take in the dreamy performances while being surrounded by candles.
Lineup
Here are some of the songs expected to be played, but there will be plenty more:
- A Whole New World from Aladdin
- Main Theme from Beauty and the Beast
- Someday My Prince Will Come from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
- Koi – Gen Hoshino
- Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley
- 115 Million Kilometer – Official Hige Dandism
- Can You Feel The Love Tonight – Elton John
- All You Need Is Love – The Beatles
- Stuck With You – Ariana Grande & Justin Bieber
- Shallow – Lady Gaga
- Thinking Out Loud – Ed Sheeran
- I Will Always Love You – Whitney Houston
Tickets
Tickets start at ¥3,700 for seats the furthest away from the stage (Zone D) and get slightly more expensive the closer you get to the stage (¥5,900 for Zone B, and ¥7,500 for Zone A).
How to get there
The performance will be held at Yodobashi Church in Shinjuku. It’s a 3-minute walk from Shin-Okubo Station on the Yamanote Line or a 1-minute walk from the North Exit of Okubo Station on the Sobu Line.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.