GMO SONIC is gearing up for its biggest edition yet as it returns to Makuhari Messe on January 17 and 18, bringing together some of the most influential names in electronic music. Travelers heading to Japan in January will find the festival perfectly timed, offering two days of high energy performances and world class visuals. Day one sets the tone with Marshmello, Afrojack, Steve Aoki, Atarashii Gakkou no Leaders, and GloRilla, blending house, hip hop, and Japanese creative performance art. The incredible momentum continues on day two as Swedish House Mafia headlines with their signature anthemic sound, joined by Meduza³, Tiësto as a special guest, and Dom Dolla.
GMO SONIC has earned a reputation for its ambitious production, aiming to elevate the experience once again with multiple stages transformed by immersive LED displays and crisp sound design. Alongside its international presence, the festival proudly celebrates Japanese creativity, with Atarashii Gakkou no Leaders bringing their unconventional style to the mix. This blend of global and local culture makes GMO SONIC a unique snapshot of Japan’s music scene. Co produced by GMO Internet Group and Creativeman Productions, the festival quickly gained attention since its 2020 launch, previously welcoming huge names like Skrillex and Zedd. GMO SONIC 2026 is set to deliver one of the most memorable weekends of the year for electronic music fans. Attendees can purchase tickets now here.