Japanese Creative Mixed Media Group NIKO NIKO TAN TAN to Perform in Japan
Japan’s innovative mixed media unit NIKO NIKO TAN TAN is breaking genre boundaries with their unique blend of music, visuals, and art. Recently, they wowed audiences at Japan Expo Paris 2025 with their first live performance in Paris, France. The duo, consisting of a vocalist/synth player and a drummer, has captivated crowds at major festivals in Japan like FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL, SUMMER SONIC, GREENROOM, and OSAKA GIGANTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL.
Their international presence has also left a mark, with confirmed appearances at festivals like EMERGE FEST in Taichung and R-DAY FESTIVAL in Hainan. Despite having a modest two-member setup, NIKO NIKO TAN TAN delivers a powerful and groovy sound that, coupled with perfectly synchronized VJ visuals, creates an immersive experience that resonates deeply with audiences, earning them widespread praise.
The unit’s performance at Japan Expo Paris 2025 featured not only their latest track “G00000W” but also a selection of their most popular songs. Audiences had the exclusive opportunity to enjoy a special playlist curated just for Japan Expo. NIKO NIKO TAN TAN will continue to light up the “TSUBAME STAGE” at Japan Expo with daily live performances for the remainder of the event.
Formed in 2019, NIKO NIKO TAN TAN pushes boundaries by merging music, visuals, and art into a cohesive and creative experience. The musical input comes from OCHAN handling vocals, synth, and lyrics, along with Anabebe on drums. Drug Store Cowboy takes charge of VJ visuals, serving as the unit’s visual producer.
Their approach blends various elements without constraints, resulting in a genre-defying sound that sets them apart as a truly unique and innovative “mixture” unit. Having made waves at major festivals in Japan and establishing a loyal following, NIKO NIKO TAN TAN officially debuted under Victor Entertainment / Getting Better in April 2024.
Their success continued with a sold-out two-man tour across Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka, culminating in a remarkable show at Zepp Shinjuku. In August 2024, they released their first major album, “Shinkigeki,” followed by the NIKO NIKO TAN TAN ONE-MAN TOUR 2024, which spanned six cities nationwide.
2025 is a significant year for the unit, dubbed the “Niko Niko Year.” On the extraordinary date of 2/5/2025, they will host a special two-man live performance at Zepp Shinjuku in Tokyo. Their DJ set project, “Hohoemi Tantan,” is gaining traction, with a forthcoming one-man tour starting in September at Osaka’s Music Club JANUS and Tokyo’s Spotify O-EAST.
As the “Niko Niko Year” unfolds, fans can anticipate more exciting updates from NIKO NIKO TAN TAN. Stay connected with the unit through their official website and social media channels to catch all the latest news and developments.