“MUSIC EXPO LIVE 2026 in TAIPEI” has been announced, confirming that King & Prince will perform in Taiwan. The show marks the first overseas edition of the large-scale music festival that launched at Tokyo Dome, and Sho Sakurai will serve as MC for both days, his first visit to Taiwan since Arashi’s hiatus. Here’s everything confirmed so far about the dates, venue, lineup, and tickets.
Table of Contents
- Event Overview, Dates, and Venue
- King & Prince and the DAY1 Lineup
- DAY2 Lineup and MC Sho Sakurai
- Ticket Information
- Summary and FAQ
Event Overview, Dates, and Venue
Dates
Saturday, October 24 – Sunday, October 25, 2026 (2 days)
Venue
Taipei Arena (台北小巨蛋)
MUSIC EXPO LIVE first launched at Tokyo Dome in 2025, and this Taipei show is the festival’s first-ever overseas edition. The two-day lineup brings together popular Japanese and Korean artists on one stage, positioning the event as a major cross-border music showcase in East Asia.
King & Prince and the DAY1 Lineup
DAY1 (October 24) features AiNA THE END, FRUITS ZIPPER, and Hearts2Hearts, with King & Prince headlining the night. The group’s appearance in Taiwan has already generated significant buzz among local fans, many of whom have been hoping for a King & Prince show in Taiwan for some time.
DAY2 Lineup and MC Sho Sakurai
DAY2 (October 25) lines up NCT WISH, Sakurazaka46, and &TEAM, with ATEEZ closing out the night as headliner. Combined with King & Prince on DAY1, the two-day bill spans a wide range of fandoms and generations.
Sho Sakurai will MC both days of the event. This will be his first trip to Taiwan since Arashi went on hiatus, and the news has already drawn considerable attention locally. Sakurai has long-standing ties to Taiwan’s entertainment scene, adding extra anticipation for his hosting role.
Ticket Information
General ticket sales in Taiwan are scheduled to begin on July 28, 2026. Detailed pricing and ticket categories are expected to be announced on July 22. Fans planning to attend from overseas should keep an eye on official announcements and prepare travel arrangements before sales open.
Since this will be King & Prince’s overseas performance, international fans planning to travel should confirm passport validity and visa requirements well ahead of time. Hotels and flights in Taipei may also fill up quickly once tickets go on sale, so booking early is worth considering.
Curious about other Arashi members’ latest activities? Check out our coverage of Masaki Aiba’s fan club and Satoshi Ohno’s recent posts.
Summary
MUSIC EXPO LIVE 2026 in TAIPEI will take place October 24-25, 2026 at Taipei Arena. King & Prince headlines DAY1, while ATEEZ headlines DAY2, and Sho Sakurai will MC both days. General ticket sales in Taiwan begin July 28, with full pricing details due on July 22.
FAQ
Q. When is MUSIC EXPO LIVE 2026 in TAIPEI?
A. It takes place October 24-25, 2026 at Taipei Arena.
Q. Which day does King & Prince perform?
A. King & Prince headlines DAY1, October 24.
Q. Who is the MC?
A. Sho Sakurai will MC both days, marking his first trip to Taiwan since Arashi’s hiatus.
*Ticket pricing and sales details are subject to official announcement. Please check the official event site for the latest information.
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