124th Christmas Step Concert (Tokyo): Mariko Senju and New Japan Philharmonic

Hatsudai

Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall: Takemitsu Memorial

Japanese title: 第124回クリスマスステップコンサート（東京公演・千住真理子／新日本フィル）

Dates: Dec 11 (Fri)
Hours: 18:50 start
Price: Free (advance application, lottery; deadline Nov 12, 17:00)
Where: Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall: Takemitsu Memorial (Hatsudai Sta.)

Check the official page (Japanese)

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Starts18:50

PriceFree

The 124th edition of the Christmas concert held by Sumitomo Realty & Development Group as a social contribution. Masahiko Enkoji conducts the New Japan Philharmonic, violinist Mariko Senju plays and hosts, and Mayuko Kominami sings. About 1,500 free invitations: apply on the official site by Nov 12 (Thu) 17:00, up to 5 people per application; a lottery decides if oversubscribed.

Date: Dec 11 (Fri)
Time: 18:50 start
Price: Free (advance application, lottery; deadline Nov 12, 17:00)
Venue: Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall: Takemitsu Memorial
Nearest station: Hatsudai Sta.

Check closed days and last admission on the official page before you go.

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Distance from major stations

From Hatsudai: 0.2 km, about 4 min on foot
From Nishi-shinjuku-gochome: 0.9 km, about 14 min on foot
From Sangubashi: 0.9 km, about 14 min on foot
From Tochomae: 1.0 km, about 16 min on foot

Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.

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Food and cafes nearby

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FAQ

When is 124th Christmas Step Concert (Tokyo): Mariko Senju and New Japan Philharmonic?: Dec 11 (Fri)
What are the opening hours of 124th Christmas Step Concert (Tokyo): Mariko Senju and New Japan Philharmonic?: 18:50 start Check the official page for closed days and last admission.
How much does 124th Christmas Step Concert (Tokyo): Mariko Senju and New Japan Philharmonic cost?: Free (advance application, lottery; deadline Nov 12, 17:00)
Where is 124th Christmas Step Concert (Tokyo): Mariko Senju and New Japan Philharmonic and what is the nearest station?: It is held at Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall: Takemitsu Memorial. The nearest station is Hatsudai Sta..

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Checked against the official page on November 10, 2026. Titles and descriptions are our own translations.

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