Anime Composer Yasuharu Takanashi's European Tour 2026 Details

Date: 2026 September 07 20:00

Posted by Joe

We've heard from anime composer Yasuharu Takanashi and his band that he'll be touring Europe this autumn including Dingwalls in Camden London, UK on Friday 2nd October 2026. Yasuharu Takanashi's tour is titled The Battle for Glory EU. You may have heard his work with anime soundtracks including Naruto Shippuden and Fairy Tail.

You can buy tickets for the London leg.

They'll also be playing at Finland, Poland, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, France and Spain. From 30th September to 14th October 2026.

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Press release as follows:



YASUHARU TAKANASHI
FAR EAST GROOVE
presents
"THE BATTLE FOR GLORY"
EU TOUR 2026
Officially Licensed Concert Featuring Music from
NARUTO: Shippuden and Fairy Tail

10 Cities • 8 Countries • September- October 2026

Following successful international performances, acclaimed anime composer Yasuharu Takanashi and Far East Groove will embark on a 10-city European tour in autumn 2026, bringing officially licensed live performances of music from NARUTO: Shippuden and Fairy Tail to audiences across eight countries.

Rock Concert Featuring the Official Soundtracks of NARUTO and Fairy Tail

Yasuharu Takanashi - the composer behind the legendary scores of NARUTO: Shippuden and Fairy Tail - returns to Europe this autumn with his band Far East Groove for a 10-city tour. As an officially licensed concert experience, this tour offers anime fans a unique opportunity to hear the music live from the composer himself. This tour is also a celebration of anime music and fandom for European fans of NARUTO and Fairy Tail.

"Experience the music of NARUTO: Shippuden and Fairy Tail as performed by the composer behind their iconic original scores."

Cosplay Welcome - Come as Your Favorite Character!

These shows are a celebration of the anime community. Fans are warmly encouraged to come in cosplay - whether as Naruto, Erza, Gray, or any character from across the anime universe. Cosplay is welcome, subject to venue regulations and local safety guidelines. Come dressed, come proud.

About Yasuharu Takanashi

One of Japan's most prolific anime soundtrack composers, Takanashi has spent over two decades crafting music for some of the most iconic series in the medium. A multiple recipient of the JASRAC International Award -one of Japan's most prestigious honors recognizing international success in music, presented by the Japanese Society for Rights of Authors, Composers and Publishers - his work is recognized at the highest level of the Japanese music industry for its global cultural impact.

As a live performer, Takanashi brings a commanding stage presence: keytar in hand, leading Far East Groove with raw intensity, transforming concert halls into full cinematic experiences where orchestral drama meets driving rock.

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/artist/64mecceQewFCKwCK6JBW0o

The Music: NARUTO: Shippuden & Fairy Tail

NARUTO: Shippuden is one of the best-selling manga franchises in history - over 250 million volumes sold worldwide - with a global fanbase built over nearly a decade of anime. Takanashi's score gave voice to Naruto's battles, bonds, and defining moments. These tracks have become part of the emotional memories of millions of fans worldwide: instantly recognizable from the very first note.

Fairy Tail ran for over a decade, weaving together magic, adventure, and the power of friendship into one of anime's most beloved fantasy series. Takanashi's music - sweeping adventure themes, tender emotional cues, explosive battle scores - became inseparable from the series itself, and remains deeply cherished by fans across Europe and beyond.

Tickets and tour information:
YASUHARU TAKANASHI EU tour 2026

https://www.dreamlight-labs.com/en/artist/yasuharu-takanashi-tour

London Show : https://shop.snapticket.de/event/yasuharu-takanashi-london-pntuu9

Tour Dates

Sep 30 - Finland - Helsinki - On The Rocks
Oct 2 - United Kingdom - London Dingwalls
Oct 4 - Poland - Warsaw - Hybrydy
Oct 5 - Germany - Berlin - SO36
Oct 6 - Germany - Munich - Ampere
Oct 8 - Italy - Milan - Legend Club
Oct 9 - Switzerland - Yverdon-les-Bains - L'Amalgame
Oct 11 - France - Paris - Pan Piper
Oct 13 - Spain - Barcelona - Wolf
Oct 14 - Spain - Madrid - Revi Live

Presented by: Colorless Inc. / Team-MAX / MACK PROJECTS / GoodKabl GmbH