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About Nippon Budokan

Welcome to Nippon Budokan, one of Tokyo’s most iconic indoor arenas. Originally built for judo during the 1964 Olympics, the Budokan has grown into a premier concert venue and martial-arts hall. With a capacity of 14,471 in standard configurations and an Olympic layout around 11,000, it hosts world-class performances and historic sporting moments. Located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, the venue is easy to reach by transit and offers a range of seating options to fit different show formats.

Whether you’re here for a live concert, a martial-arts event, or a cultural show, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, trustworthy ticket options and practical tips to help you secure your seats quickly.

Seating at Nippon Budokan includes arena seating (2,946), 1st-floor seating (3,199), 2nd-floor seating (7,846), and a standing area (480). There is no on-site parking, so plan to use public transit. The venue sits a short walk from Kudanshita Station, served by the Tokyo Metro Hanzōmon Line, Tozai Line, and Shinjuku Line. For a convenient stay, consider nearby hotels like Hotel Grand Arc Hanzomon and Hotel Villa Fontaine Tokyo-Kudanshita, both within easy reach on foot. Explore nearby dining options and affiliate partner recommendations as you map your visit.

Past performers and moments at Nippon Budokan include The Beatles (1966), Bob Dylan and Cheap Trick live recordings, ABBA’s final tour stop (1980), and Olympic-era martial-arts events. When you’re ready to secure tickets, we’ll help you find the best seats with a straightforward process and dependable service—like having a friend in the know.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 14,471 for standard configurations; Olympic configuration cited as ~11,000.
  • Address: 2-3 Kitanomarukōen, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8321, Japan.
  • Venue type: Indoor arena / martial-arts hall, also a premier concert venue.
  • Seating chart: arena seats 2,946; 1st-floor seats 3,199; 2nd-floor seats 7,846; standing 480.
  • Parking: No on-site parking; visitors should use public transit.
  • Transit: 5-minute walk from Kudanshita Station; served by Tokyo Metro Hanzōmon Line, Tozai Line, and Shinjuku Line.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel Grand Arc Hanzomon; Hotel Villa Fontaine Tokyo-Kudanshita (within walking distance).
  • Notable events: The Beatles performed there in 1966; Bob Dylan and Cheap Trick recorded live performances; ABBA’s final tour stop was there in 1980; hosted judo at the 1964 Olympics and judo/karate at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.