Written by Patrick Balfe
Do you like TED Talks? Do you want to listen to an intellectual discussion with a glass of wine or a pint of beer? Then head to Nerd Nite Tokyo for your monthly dose of wisdom — and fun.
What to expect
Nerd Nite is a monthly event held at various locations throughout Tokyo where the nerds of the city gather to drink and ponder the big issues of the day.
A message from Nerd Nite Tokyo:
Every month, Nerd Nite gathers some smart speakers and a curious crowd, cafe food and craft beer, and creates something unique. Check out the menu and come early to drink, meet, and be square-y! Kids are also welcome at Nerd Nite.
This month’s theme
This month, Nerd Nite Tokyo marks ten years to the month since its first event.
Matt Kaemmerer will explain how to mix up karaoke lyrics on purpose, why and how mashups work, and provide a few tips so you, too, can throw lyrical loops at your next belt-out session.
Benjamin Poynter will provide insight into how we transform once we get a mic in our hands; that special karaoke magic when we break out of our own daily personas and, for brief moments, shine like rock stars.
Schedule
Doors open a 7 p.m., the show starts at 8 p.m.
Tickets
Tickets cost ¥1,000 on the door, or can be bought in advance on their website. Proceeds from the VIP ticket priced at ¥2,500 support their activities.
How to get there
Nerd Nite takes place at Study Abroad Pub. The closest stations are Shin-Ōkubo Station on the JR Yamanote Line, a 4-minute walk away, or Ōkubo Station on the Chuo-Sobu Line, a 6-minute walk away.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.
