Yulianna Avdeeva Piano Recital 2026 Tokyo, Japan

• December 1, 2026
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• December 1, 2026
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What to expect in 2026

Yulianna Avdeeva Piano Recital 2026 will bring one of the leading pianists of her generation to Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall: Takemitsu Memorial on Tuesday, December 1, 2026. The Tokyo performance forms part of Avdeeva’s Japan tour running from November into December and presents a programme that connects 20th-century modernism, French impressionistic colour, a new Japanese work and the technical demands of Chopin.

The Tokyo programme opens with Pierre Boulez’s “12 Notations,” followed by Maurice Ravel’s “Pavane for a Dead Princess.” The centrepiece of the contemporary portion is Dai Fujikura’s “Quiet Offering for piano,” receiving its Japanese premiere as a joint commission by Emma Akiyama and Yulianna Avdeeva. The recital then continues with Ravel’s “Valses nobles et sentimentales” before concluding with Chopin’s complete “12 Études, Op. 25.”

The programme gives the audience a broad musical journey within a single piano recital. Boulez’s compact and modernist “12 Notations” provides a sharply contrasting opening, while Ravel introduces more atmospheric and colouristic writing. Fujikura’s new work brings a contemporary Japanese perspective to the evening before Chopin’s Op. 25 Etudes provides the large-scale concluding work.

Avdeeva is particularly associated with Chopin, having won First Prize at the 16th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw in 2010. Her Tokyo programme therefore places one of Chopin’s major sets of piano studies at the end of an unusually varied recital.

The performance is scheduled for 7:00 PM, with doors opening at 6:30 PM. The concert is intended for a seated classical-music audience, and children below school age are not permitted to enter.

Event dates

Performance date: Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Doors open: 6:30 PM

Concert start: 7:00 PM

Venue: Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall: Takemitsu Memorial

City: Tokyo, Japan

The Tokyo performance is one stop on Yulianna Avdeeva’s 2026 Japan tour. Other Japanese dates are scheduled in November and December, including performances in Aomori, Osaka, Kanagawa, Aichi, Toyama and Miyagi. The Tokyo concert is specifically programmed as Programme 1, featuring Boulez, Ravel, Dai Fujikura and Chopin.

The general ticket sale for the Tokyo recital is scheduled through November 26, 2026, subject to availability. Ticket Pia lists the Tokyo performance as a single date rather than a multi-day engagement.

Visitors should plan to arrive in the Hatsudai area before the doors open. Since the concert starts at 7:00 PM, arriving approximately 30 minutes before the performance gives enough time to enter the building, locate the correct floor and find the assigned seat.

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Venue & festival site

Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall: Takemitsu Memorial

3-20-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-1403, Japan

Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall is a dedicated classical concert venue located in the Tokyo Opera City complex. The hall opened in 1997 and uses a shoebox-style design with natural oak throughout the interior. Its acoustical design was developed specifically for concert performance, with the hall intended to provide clear and detailed sound across the auditorium.

The hall has a total capacity of 1,632 seats. The seating is divided between the main first-floor auditorium and upper balcony levels, while 26 seats on the second floor are positioned in front of the large pipe organ.

The concert hall’s pipe organ is one of its most distinctive architectural features. Built by Orgelbau TH Kuhn of Switzerland in cooperation with Yamaha Corporation, the instrument contains 3,826 pipes and 54 stops. It has three manual keyboards and a pedal keyboard.

Although the Avdeeva recital is a piano performance rather than an organ concert, the hall’s acoustic design is especially relevant to a solo piano programme. The natural-wood interior and approximately two-second reverberation provide an environment designed for clarity while retaining warmth and resonance.

Full lineup

The Tokyo performance is centered on a single artist.

• Piano: Yulianna Avdeeva

The announced Tokyo programme consists of:

• Pierre Boulez: “12 Notations”
• Maurice Ravel: “Pavane for a Dead Princess”
• Dai Fujikura: “Quiet Offering for piano” — Japanese premiere
• Maurice Ravel: “Valses nobles et sentimentales”
• Frédéric Chopin: “12 Études, Op. 25”

The Dai Fujikura work is identified as a joint commission by Emma Akiyama and Yulianna Avdeeva, making its Tokyo presentation a particularly notable part of the programme.

Unlike some of the other performances on Avdeeva’s Japan tour, the Tokyo programme is specifically built around Boulez, Ravel, Fujikura and Chopin. The organizer also notes that programmes differ between tour dates.

The published programme should be regarded as the planned programme rather than an absolute guarantee, as ticketing information states that performance content may change without prior notice.

Headliners & featured artists

Yulianna Avdeeva

Yulianna Avdeeva is the sole performer for the Tokyo recital. She achieved international recognition after winning First Prize at the 16th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw in 2010. The competition’s official biography describes her playing in terms of virtuosity, strong expression, sensitivity and distinctive temperament.

Her career has subsequently included performances at major international concert venues including Suntory Hall in Tokyo, Pierre Boulez Saal in Berlin, the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, Concertgebouw in Amsterdam and Vienna’s major concert halls. She has also collaborated with major orchestras and conductors around the world.

Her connection with Chopin is particularly significant for this recital because the Tokyo programme concludes with all 12 Etudes from Op. 25. The work demands substantial technical control while also requiring the pianist to differentiate the individual character of each étude.

The programme also shows a broader side of Avdeeva’s repertoire. Rather than presenting an exclusively Romantic recital, she places Chopin alongside Boulez, Ravel and a contemporary Japanese composition, creating a programme that spans multiple musical periods and styles.

Dai Fujikura

Dai Fujikura is represented through “Quiet Offering for piano,” which receives its Japanese premiere during the Tokyo concert. The work is identified as a joint commission by Emma Akiyama and Avdeeva.

Its placement between Ravel’s “Pavane for a Dead Princess” and “Valses nobles et sentimentales” creates a contemporary section within the recital while maintaining a strong connection to colour, texture and piano sound.

Stages & performance areas

This is a solo piano recital rather than a multi-stage festival, so the entire event takes place in the main performance area of Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall.

Main concert stage

Yulianna Avdeeva will perform from the main stage of the Takemitsu Memorial Concert Hall. The stage is designed for a range of classical configurations and has a width of approximately 17.1 to 19.5 metres and a depth of 9 metres.

First-floor seating

The first-floor auditorium provides the main concert seating area and contains the largest concentration of audience seats. The current venue specification lists 972 first-floor seats, including wheelchair positions.

Balcony seating

The second and third floors provide elevated balcony seating. The second-floor area includes 26 seats positioned directly in front of the pipe organ, while the wider balcony configuration provides additional perspectives over the stage.

The venue’s seating plan contains detailed sightline information, including examples of seats where portions of the stage may be less visible. Visitors selecting seats online should therefore review the official seating chart before completing their purchase.

Stage-by-stage schedule

Opening

The auditorium doors are scheduled to open at 6:30 PM. Audience members can enter, find their seats and settle in before the piano recital begins.

Boulez

The recital opens with Pierre Boulez’s “12 Notations.” The work provides an immediate introduction to the modernist side of the programme and establishes a strong contrast with the Ravel works that follow.

Ravel

Maurice Ravel’s “Pavane for a Dead Princess” follows the Boulez. Its slower and more atmospheric character changes the musical atmosphere and allows the programme to move from concise modernist pieces toward Ravel’s distinctive harmonic and colouristic language.

Dai Fujikura

“Quiet Offering for piano” by Dai Fujikura receives its Japanese premiere. Because the work is a joint commission involving Avdeeva and Emma Akiyama, its inclusion represents one of the most distinctive features of the Tokyo programme.

Ravel

The programme returns to Ravel with “Valses nobles et sentimentales,” adding a more rhythmically varied and technically demanding work before the final section.

Chopin

The evening concludes with Chopin’s complete “12 Études, Op. 25.” This final group forms the largest single component of the announced programme and provides a demanding conclusion to the recital.

Set times

The confirmed public timetable currently lists:

• 6:30 PM: Doors open
• 7:00 PM: Performance begins

A confirmed finishing time has not been published in the official programme information. The complete performance length and whether there will be an interval should therefore be confirmed closer to the concert.

The Tokyo programme contains five principal works or work groups, including the complete Op. 25 set of Chopin Etudes. The organizer also states that programme content may change without notice.

Visitors should avoid arranging another fixed activity immediately after the recital because the exact running time has not been announced.

Ticket types

The official Tokyo ticket categories are S, A and B seats.

S Seat: Approximately $51

A Seat: Approximately $38

B Seat: Approximately $25

These are approximate USD conversions of the officially published ticket prices using an exchange rate of approximately ¥158.05 per US dollar. KAJIMOTO lists the Tokyo recital at $51 equivalent for S seats, $38 equivalent for A seats and $25 equivalent for B seats when converted from the published ticket amounts.

Ticket Pia and ePlus both list the Tokyo performance as a reserved-seat concert with seat selection available during the relevant sales period.

The S category provides the highest standard seating level, followed by A and B. Since this is a solo piano recital, visitors may want to consider both distance from the stage and the hall’s balcony geometry when selecting their seats.

VIP & premium options

No separate VIP hospitality package or meet-and-greet has been announced for the Tokyo performance.

The principal premium distinction is the S-seat category. Ticket sales are structured around the three standard reserved-seat levels rather than a separate VIP experience.

For listeners who want a close view of Avdeeva’s hands and the piano, a suitable first-floor position may be attractive. Visitors who prioritize a broader acoustic perspective may prefer an elevated central position, although individual preferences vary.

The official seating plan should be checked before purchase because Tokyo Opera City provides detailed information for different seating locations.

Event rules

Several important conditions apply to the performance.

• Children below school age are not permitted to enter.
• The programme may change without prior notice.
• Tickets cannot normally be changed or cancelled after purchase.
• Visitors should follow venue instructions concerning mobile phones, photography and recording.
• Audience members should remain considerate of other listeners during the performance.
• Balcony visitors should avoid leaning forward or dropping objects toward lower seating areas.

Ticket Pia specifically states that preschool-age children cannot enter this performance.

Tokyo Opera City’s general ticket guidance states that purchased tickets cannot normally be changed or cancelled. The venue also advises balcony-seat visitors not to lean out or drop objects because this can disturb other audience members.

Late-arrival procedures, if necessary, are determined according to the performance and hall conditions, so arriving before 7:00 PM is recommended.

How to get there

From Shinjuku Station

Take the Keio New Line from Shinjuku Station to Hatsudai Station. Hatsudai is the first stop from Shinjuku on this line, and the train journey takes approximately two minutes.

Visitors should use the Keio New Line rather than the separate Keio Line. Tokyo Opera City’s official access information specifically highlights this distinction.

From Hatsudai Station

Exit at the East Exit. Tokyo Opera City is directly connected to the station complex, and the Concert Hall is approximately five minutes away on foot.

From Shibuya

Bus services from the west-side bus terminal at Shibuya Station take approximately 20 minutes, depending on traffic. Services include Keio and Toei routes serving Tokyo Opera City or Tokyo Opera City South.

From Shinjuku by bus

Bus services from Shinjuku West Exit take approximately 10 minutes to the surrounding Tokyo Opera City area, depending on traffic.

Public transport & parking

Public transport is a convenient option for this recital because Tokyo Opera City is directly connected to Hatsudai Station.

Train: Keio New Line Hatsudai Station, East Exit, approximately five minutes on foot.

Bus: Services from Shibuya and Shinjuku connect with stops around Tokyo Opera City.

Parking: Tokyo Opera City’s B2 underground car park operates from 7:00 AM to 11:30 PM. The published parking rate is approximately $1.90 per 30 minutes after conversion to USD.

A daily maximum of approximately $14 is listed for the building’s parking facility. Concert Hall visitors can also receive a parking discount equivalent to approximately $3.80, subject to the venue’s conditions and presentation of the parking ticket.

Because the concert begins at 7:00 PM, visitors driving should allow additional time for entering the parking facility and reaching the concert hall.

Accommodation areas

Shinjuku

Shinjuku is one of the most practical areas for an overnight stay because of its major railway connections and direct access to Hatsudai on the Keio New Line. The district also offers a wide selection of hotels, restaurants and evening activities.

Nishi-Shinjuku

Nishi-Shinjuku is closer to Tokyo Opera City and is suitable for visitors who want a shorter journey before and after the concert. The area contains numerous hotels and business-oriented accommodation options.

Hatsudai

Hatsudai is the closest neighborhood to the concert hall. Staying nearby allows visitors to reach the venue with minimal travel and makes the area convenient for an evening recital.

Shibuya

Shibuya provides another option for visitors who want to combine the concert with sightseeing. Bus connections to Tokyo Opera City take approximately 20 minutes, although traffic can affect journey times.

For international visitors, Shinjuku is particularly convenient because it combines accommodation choice with strong transport connections to the venue.

Food & drink

Tokyo Opera City provides dining and refreshment options within the complex, making it possible to have a meal before the recital without traveling far.

The Concert Hall foyer has buffet counters on the first and second floors. The venue’s published facilities include refreshments such as mineral water, tea, coffee, soft drinks and other beverages.

Visitors should plan their meal around the 6:30 PM doors-open time. A meal earlier in the evening can allow enough time to enter the concert hall comfortably without rushing.

The surrounding Tokyo Opera City complex also contains restaurants and cafés, while the nearby Shinjuku and Nishi-Shinjuku districts offer a much larger selection of Japanese and international dining options.

For visitors arriving early, Shinjuku provides particularly extensive choices for lunch, dinner and coffee before traveling the short distance to Hatsudai.

Accessibility

Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall provides designated wheelchair seating and step-free access routes.

The current hall information lists 10 wheelchair spaces in total, including eight on the first floor and two on the second floor.

The venue’s access system includes elevator routes from Hatsudai Station toward the concert facilities, making the direct station connection useful for visitors who require step-free access.

Assistance dogs, including guide dogs, assistance dogs and hearing dogs, are permitted inside the Concert Hall. Visitors should notify the organizer in advance.

Because this specific concert does not permit preschool-age children, families planning to attend should check the event’s admission conditions before purchasing tickets. Tokyo Opera City also notes that some performances may provide childcare services through individual organizers, but this is not a standard venue service.

Best days to attend

The Tokyo performance has only one scheduled date, Tuesday, December 1, 2026, so there is no choice between multiple Tokyo concert days.

The Tuesday evening schedule makes the recital suitable for visitors who want to spend the daytime exploring Tokyo before attending the performance. Shinjuku, Shibuya and the wider central Tokyo area can all be incorporated into a same-day itinerary.

For listeners primarily interested in Chopin, the Tokyo programme is particularly notable because it concludes with the complete “12 Études, Op. 25.” For listeners interested in contemporary music, the Japanese premiere of Dai Fujikura’s “Quiet Offering for piano” is another defining part of the evening.

Visitors who want to experience the complete Tokyo programme should attend this specific performance rather than relying on another date of the Japan tour, because the programmes differ between cities.

Previous year’s highlights

The 2026 Tokyo recital is part of Yulianna Avdeeva’s continuing international concert career rather than a festival with a directly preceding Tokyo edition.

Avdeeva has established a particularly strong association with Chopin since winning the 2010 International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw. The official competition biography records her subsequent appearances at major venues including Suntory Hall, Pierre Boulez Saal, Elbphilharmonie, Concertgebouw and Vienna’s major concert halls.

Her recording work has also included Chopin repertoire. The official competition biography notes recordings of both Chopin piano concertos with the Orchestra of the 18th Century and Frans Brüggen, as well as a later album focused on Chopin’s late works.

The 2026 Japan tour itself expands beyond a single Chopin-focused programme. KAJIMOTO lists three different programme configurations across the Japanese dates, incorporating works by Bach, Beethoven, Ravel, Chopin and contemporary composer Dai Fujikura.

The Tokyo recital therefore stands out within the tour for its combination of Boulez’s “12 Notations,” two Ravel works, Fujikura’s Japanese premiere and Chopin’s Op. 25 Etudes.

Official tickets

Tickets for Yulianna Avdeeva Piano Recital 2026 are being distributed through the official ticketing channels, including Ticket Pia, ePlus, KAJIMOTO ePlus and the Tokyo Opera City Ticket Centre. KAJIMOTO lists the Tokyo performance’s S, A and B ticket categories, while Ticket Pia provides the official Tokyo event listing and sales information.

Ticket Pia: https://t.pia.jp/pia/event/event.do?eventBundleCd=b2670577

The official Tokyo ticket categories convert to approximately $51 for S seats, $38 for A seats and $25 for B seats. Ticket Pia currently lists general sales through November 26, 2026, subject to availability.

Visitors should confirm the latest availability, seating map and any updated performance conditions before completing their purchase.

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