South Korean girl group Kep1er is set to return to Japan for a six-day fan meeting tour, ‘Kep1arcade,’ spanning multiple cities from May 15-22, 2026. The announcement comes as the group continues to build momentum in the Japanese market, following a successful debut and subsequent promotional activities. This second fan meeting signifies a deepening commitment to engaging with their Japanese fanbase, known as ‘Kep1ian Japan.’
The ‘Kep1arcade’ tour will kick off on May 15 and 16 at FENICE SACAY in Osaka, followed by a performance on May 17 at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA in Tokyo. The group will then head to TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN for shows on May 19 and 20, concluding the tour with a performance on May 22 at OKAYA NAGOYA HALL in Aichi. The multi-city tour underscores Kep1er’s strategy to reach fans across key regions of Japan.
Ticket Information and Fan Club Pre-Sale
Tickets for ‘Kep1arcade’ will be available for pre-sale to members of the official Japanese fan club, ‘Kep1ian Japan,’ starting at 7 p.m. On March 12, 2026, according to an announcement from Kep1er’s Japanese Twitter account. The Chosun Ilbo reports this pre-sale access is a key benefit of membership. Details regarding general ticket sales have not yet been released. Interested fans are encouraged to join ‘Kep1ian Japan’ for priority access and exclusive content. More information about the fan club can be found at Kep1er JAPAN OFFICIAL FANCLUB.
Kep1er’s Growing Presence in Japan
Kep1er’s engagement with the Japanese market began in earnest with the release of the ‘FLY’ series of singles – ‘FLY-UP’ in September 2022, ‘FLY-BY’ in March 2023, and ‘FLY-HIGH’ in November 2023 – all of which topped the Oricon Daily and Weekly Single Rankings. allkpop details that these singles achieved over 100,000 units shipped and received three consecutive ‘Gold’ certifications from the Recording Industry Association of Japan.
Prior to ‘Kep1arcade,’ Kep1er held their first arena tour in Japan, ‘Kep1er JAPAN CONCERT TOUR 2023 ‘FLY-BY’’, across Tokyo, Nagoya, and Kobe in May and June 2023, attracting approximately 50,000 fans. They too hosted their first solo fan meeting, ‘Kep1er JAPAN FAN MEETING – Fairy Fantasia,’ in Tokyo in October of the same year. These events demonstrate a consistent effort to cultivate a strong relationship with their Japanese fanbase.
Upcoming Album and Continued Momentum
The fan meeting tour follows the planned release of Kep1er’s first full album in Japan, ‘Kep1going,’ slated for May 8, 2026. The album features the title track ‘Straight Line’ and a total of 15 tracks in the regular and first press editions, expanding to 18 tracks in the first press limited edition B. Kep1er expressed their excitement and gratitude for the support they’ve received in Japan, stating they are diligently preparing to bring joy to fans through their music and performances, as reported by allkpop.
The ‘Kep1arcade’ fan meeting and the release of ‘Kep1going’ represent a strategic push to solidify Kep1er’s position in the competitive Japanese music market. The group’s continued success in Japan is significant, given the country’s status as the world’s second-largest music market.
As Kep1er prepares for ‘Kep1arcade,’ fans eagerly anticipate the opportunity to engage with the group in person and experience their latest music. The tour is expected to further strengthen the bond between Kep1er and ‘Kep1ian Japan,’ setting the stage for continued success in the region.
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