Welcome to
Japanese Karaoke!
What comes to mind when you hear the name Japan? Sushi? Tempura? Mt.Fuji? Anime? All of these are certainly iconic symbols of Japan, but there is another one these days — karaoke.
element of Japanese culture, and it is still evolving day by day. Even the normally shy Japanese people transform into dynamic entertainers once they have a microphone in their hand. And karaoke is not only a proud Japanese cultural activity: it can also help you to keep healthy.
This website will introduce karaoke culture. We hope it will help you to learn more about karaoke and enjoy it yourself here in Japan!
element of Japanese culture, and it is still evolving day by day. Even the normally shy Japanese people transform into dynamic entertainers once they have a microphone in their hand. And karaoke is not only a proud Japanese cultural activity: it can also help you to keep healthy.
This website will introduce karaoke culture. We hope it will help you to learn more about karaoke and enjoy it yourself here in Japan!
How to use
karaoke facilities
Venues to
enjoy karaoke
1.At ryokans (Japanese-style Inns) & Hotels
Many accommodations such as Japanese-style inns and resort hotels offer karaoke as well as delicious food and hot spring baths. Since you have come to Japan, why don’t you enjoy the country’s unique ‘JAPAN=KARAOKE’ after taking a relaxing bath and eating delicious cuisine?
2.Karaoke boxes
‘Karaoke boxes’ are popular venues in towns and cities all over Japan where you can enjoy karaoke in a casual and private way at any time. They present the high-spec “JAPAN=KARAOKE” that is only available in Japan. Some of them even offer concept rooms and cosplay opportunities.
3.‘Snack bars’ (Small pubs)
At ‘snack bars’, which resemble small pubs, you can enjoy drinks and snacks and have a good time with other customers. They’ve recently become very popular among foreign visitors as places providing a taste of good-old ‘retro’ Japanese culture. Please experience ‘JAPAN=KARAOKE’ at these venues filled with humanity and hospitality that are unique to Japan.
Stickers welcoming
inbound tourists
To ensure you can enjoy worry-free karaoke, please use establishments that display this JAPAN=KARAOKE sticker. They are the ones who agree with the policy of this website and warmly welcome foreign tourists.
What is
JAPAN=KARAOKE?
‘JAPAN=KARAOKE’ refers to the provision of unique Japanese karaoke. The ALL-JAPAN KARAOKE INDUSTRIALIST ASSOCIATION (JKA) will continue its global promotion of this excellent form of entertainment.
Born and bred in Japan, karaoke continues to evolve day by day, and we sincerely hope foreign visitors will appreciate it as a cultural element that Japan is truly proud of, and perform it themselves. At least once during your visit to Japan, please enjoy ‘JAPAN=KARAOKE’ at establishments displaying a sticker welcoming inbound tourists. It will surely become one of your greatest memories!
Born and bred in Japan, karaoke continues to evolve day by day, and we sincerely hope foreign visitors will appreciate it as a cultural element that Japan is truly proud of, and perform it themselves. At least once during your visit to Japan, please enjoy ‘JAPAN=KARAOKE’ at establishments displaying a sticker welcoming inbound tourists. It will surely become one of your greatest memories!
