Hiromi Uehara, STUTS and Cup Of Joe set for MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN Premier Ceremony
MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN has announced performers for its Premier Ceremony on June 13 at SGC Hall Ariake in Tokyo, with artists from Japan, the Philippines and Indonesia on the lineup. The event will announce most of the award winners and livestream on YouTube ahead of the Grand Ceremony later the same day.
Why it matters: - The Premier Ceremony is where most MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN winners will be announced, making it the key awards moment before the Grand Ceremony. - The lineup mixes major Japanese acts with artists from the Philippines and Indonesia, underscoring the event’s regional reach. - MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN is positioning itself as a platform for Japan’s music industry to connect with the broader Asian market.
What happened: - MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN announced the performers for its Premier Ceremony on June 13 at SGC Hall Ariake in Tokyo. - Hiromi Uehara, THE SPELLBOUND × BOOM BOOM SATELLITES, STUTS, Hana Hope, Kohijya, Cup Of Joe and Hindia are scheduled to perform. - Actress Kasumi Mori and Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra’s Atsushi Yanaka will host the ceremony. - The event starts at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13.
The details: - Cup Of Joe is one of the Philippines’ biggest bands and the first Filipino act to enter the Billboard Global 200. - Hindia is one of Indonesia’s most prominent male singers. - The Premier Ceremony will be livestreamed on YouTube and other services. - Several hours after the Premier Ceremony, the Grand Ceremony will take place at nearby TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO. - The event week runs June 5-13, 2026, with the main venues listed as TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO and other locations.
Between the lines: - The organizer is using the lineup to show that MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN is not just a domestic awards show. - CEIPA, which oversees the event, brings together Japan’s five major music industry organizations. - The first MAJ was held in Kyoto at ROHM Theater in 2025, giving the 2026 edition a chance to build on its debut. - The booking mix suggests an emphasis on both Japanese genre leaders and rising Asian pop acts.
What’s next: - The Premier Ceremony will unfold on June 13, with winners announced throughout the event. - The Grand Ceremony will follow later the same day at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO. - Viewers can watch the ceremony via YouTube and other livestream platforms. - More information is available on the official website.
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