Standup comedy scene in the Greater Tokyo area

Hi all, yesterday I went to Jimmy O. Yang’s show at the Tokyo International Forum, and that reminded how much I love and miss these kind of shows.

I’m aware (western style) standup comedy isn’t a big thing here in Japan, but if you know any good venues or artists, would you care to share? English speaking preferred, but Japanese is fine as well. Thank you.

I’m based in Kamakura, so happy to travel to Yokohama, Yokosuka or Tokyo.

by broboblob

8 comments
  1. Tokyo Comedy Bar in Shibuya is the centre of it all. You can check their social media to find active comics you like, and follow them to find out when they’re performing elsewhere.

  2. No recommendations but just wanted to say that I was at the Jimmy O. Yang show last night too and he was great, can’t say the same for the opening act.

  3. Sorry if this is not allowed but DM me if you want to buy a Louis CK ticket. Single only, I was going by myself. I’m not a scalper, just not going anymore.

  4. Yurie Collins does shows in Tokyo and other parts of Japan I believe. You should check her out

  5. Sheng Wang is having a show in Tokyo in Jan, and I think tix are still available. He’s hilarious and I’m excited to see his stand up in person. He has a special on Netflix, if you want to check him out.

  6. I think Jason Cheney is performing here soon. I remember seeing the event but can’t make it cause I’m in the Kyoto area. I’d take a look at that. I’m sure he’d have a similar pull as Jimmy O Yang

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