The monthly "The Golden Stage" event in September will feature five next-generation stars: Yushi Matsuo, TAKUYA, Soichi Futami, Shin Aoyama, and Tetsuji Kimura!

■Cast for the 12th episode: <Yushi Matsuo, TAKUYA, Soichi Futami, Shin Aoyama, Tetsuji Kimura>
Date: (Wed), September 30, 2026. Doors open at 13:00 / Show starts at 14:00
Venue: HAPPINESS ARENA
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Yushi Matsuo

Born in Isahaya City, Nagasaki Prefecture. She began to take an interest in singing when her parents took her to watch her aunt compete in a karaoke competition. On the way to a wedding in Osaka, which her relatives had chartered, she sang in front of others for the first time using the karaoke machine installed in the bus. This sparked her interest in participating in karaoke competitions, and after winning an award unexpectedly, she began to feel a desire to become a singer. She happened to see a poster for a karaoke competition judged by composer Hideo Mizumori. When she inquired, she was told that the application period had ended. However, upon learning that it would be held again the following year, she decided to try again. She entered the competition with the goal of being scouted by Mr. Mizumori, and successfully passed the preliminary round, advancing to the final competition where she could be judged directly by him. She came in 6th place. Despite this, Mr. Mizumori spoke to her, and she seized an opportunity. Afterwards, he told her, "I can't take you on as an apprentice until you graduate from high school, but come to Tokyo after you graduate," and she took her first step towards becoming a singer.

Official website:https://matsuoyushi.com/

 

TAKUYA

Born on May 16, 1994, in Shizuoka Prefecture. After graduating from high school, he enrolled in the vocational school ESP Entertainment Tokyo. In 2018, he made his major debut as a member of COLOR CREATION, but the group suspended its activities due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. After that, he was active as a member of the vocal group JYT, and is currently active as a member of JXJ (Jay by Jay). He also appeared on "Active Singer JAPAN," the Japanese version of the popular Korean music survival program "Active Singer," and attracted a lot of attention. On February 27, 2026, he is scheduled to release a mini-album as part of the vocal group KaWang, which was formed by the top 5 contestants of "Active Singer JAPAN."

Official website:https://takuya-official.bitfan.id/

 

Futami Soichi

He began learning folk songs at the age of 5. In his first year of junior high school, he won first place in the junior high school division of the National Folk Song and Dance Competition for Boys and Girls. In his second year of high school, he won first place in the men's division of the National Traditional Kariboshi Kiriuta Competition. In 2017, he won the Grand Prix at the Nippon Crown Enka/Kayokyoku New Singer Audition. In 2021, he received the "Best Enka/Kayokyoku New Artist" award at the 35th Japan Gold Disc Awards. In 2023, he received the Japan Composers Association Encouragement Award. In 2024, he was appointed as a Hometown Ambassador for Kunitomi Town, Miyazaki Prefecture.

Official website:https://futami-1026.theblog.me/

 

Shin Aoyama

Born in 2000 in Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture. Influenced by her grandmother from a young age, she became familiar with enka and kayokyoku music, and after participating in a karaoke competition in her second year of junior high school, she became a student of composer Hideo Mizumori. In 2020, she debuted with "Shikata Nai no Sa" as an artist commemorating the 85th anniversary of Teichiku Entertainment and the 60th anniversary of Geiei. With her refreshing looks and polished singing ability, she is active in many media outlets such as television, magazines, and the internet. In 2024, her 5th single, "Onna ga Tsurai," was nominated for the 57th Japan Lyricist Awards. She made her first appearance on TV Tokyo's "Toshiwasure Nippon no Uta" (Year-End Nippon Song). In 2025, her single "Migatte na Onna" (Selfish Woman) reached number 1 on the Oricon Weekly Enka/Kayokyoku Ranking. She received the Japan Composers Association Music Festival Encouragement Award. Her work was nominated for the 58th Japan Lyricist Awards. She made her second consecutive appearance on TV Tokyo's "Toshiwasure Nippon no Uta" (Year-End Nippon Song).

Official website:https://www.teichiku.co.jp/teichiku/artist/aoyama/

 

Tetsuji Kimura

Born on July 11, 1991, as the second son of Ichiro Toba, one of Japan's leading singers. He was drawn to enka music from a young age and began performing on numerous stages during his high school years. In 2016, invited by his older brother Ryuzo, he formed the pop duo "Ryutetsu Nikki" with his brother. Their singing, which showcases a breadth of genres beyond enka and kayokyoku, has attracted attention. While continuing the activities of Ryuutetsu Nikki, he couldn't abandon his childhood longing for enka, and decided to debut as a solo enka singer. He is now taking a new step forward, aiming to become the successor to his father, Ichiro Toba's, "robust enka." Winner of the New Artist Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards.

Official website:https://www.crownmusic.co.jp/artist/kimuraTetsuji

 

■Ticket price
SS seats: 8,900 yen / S seats: 6,900 yen / A seats: 4,900 yen / Wheelchair accessible seats: 8,900 yen
*Prices include tax

 

■ About the Nagasaki City Subsidy for Creating an Attractive Living Environment

This performance will be sold using a subsidy from the Nagasaki City Living Charm Creation Project, and we are currently preparing to apply for it.

~What is the Nagasaki City Subsidy Program for Creating an Attractive Living Environment?~ This is a Nagasaki City initiative aimed at allowing more Nagasaki citizens to enjoy theatrical performances, concerts, sporting events, and other events held at Nagasaki Stadium City. Utilizing donations from companies received through the "Nagasaki Stadium City Collaboration Excitement and Vitality Creation Project," Nagasaki City provides financial assistance to event organizers, enabling Nagasaki citizens to enjoy performances at discounted prices.

*Please note that seats eligible for the subsidy are those located towards the back of the house or those with partially obstructed views.
*We will update this page with information as soon as details are finalized.

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https://www.city.nagasaki.lg.jp//page/82926.html

 

■Ticket Sales Schedule

[Pre-sale] June 5th (Fri) 12:00 - June 11th (Thu) 23:59
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[General Sale] (Sat) June 13, 2026, 12:00 PM

 

<How to purchase tickets for The Golden Stage>

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*Further details regarding ticket sales will be announced sequentially on The Golden Stage official website.

 

■The Juneand July performances will also feature a star-studded cast! Tickets are selling fast!

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