From the soundtracks behind your favourite anime to Vocaloid dancefloor staples, Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2026 (AFASG26) is bringing a packed weekend of Japanese music to Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre from 27–29 November.
Returning for its 18th edition, the festival will feature three days of concerts alongside anime showcases, creator exhibitions, cosplay and fan meet-and-greets. This year’s edition also marks SJ60, celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations between Singapore and Japan.
Yuki Kajiura makes her Singapore concert debut
Opening the concert programme on 27 November is Yuki Kajiura, whose work has helped shape the worlds of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Puella Magi Madoka Magica and the Fate series.
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The celebrated composer will make her Singapore concert debut with Yuki Kajiura LIVE vol.#22 ~precious pieces~ in Singapore -SPECIAL SETLIST-. Joining her are vocalists KAORI, YURIKO KAIDA, Joelle, LINO LEIA and EMIKO, performing a setlist specially curated for the Singapore show.
On 28 November, the AFASG26 Music Fest, powered by Crunchyroll, brings together Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, anisong favourite May’n, rock band Aooo, and virtual singers KAF and Isekaijoucho from KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO. Liyuu, Naomi Payton and Yuina of Liella!, the school idol group from Love Live! Superstar!!, will also join the bill.
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HoneyWorks and Vocaloid take over Sunday
The final day, 29 November, features the HoneyWorks Vocal All Stars Festival, bringing the music collective’s songs and storytelling to the stage with its live band.
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The lineup includes CHiCO from CHiCO with HoneyWorks, Hanon and Kotoha from HaKoniwalily, Momoko Hashimoto and Momona Matsumoto from TAKANE NO NADESHIKO, and Rio Nagao and Yura Nishihara from Karen na Ivory.
Also on Sunday, AFA VOCALOID NIGHT feat. Hatsune Miku will spotlight the producers and DJs behind Japan’s Vocaloid and electronic music scene. kz (livetune), Hachioji P, TeddyLoid, jon-YAKITORY and picco are set to perform.
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Eurobeat, virtual stars and a familiar viral hit
There is plenty of music beyond the main concert programme, too. On the AFA NEXT Stage, Eurobeat producer Dave Rodgers, known for Initial D-associated favourites ‘DEJA VU’ and ‘SPACE BOY’, will perform on 28 November.
That day also sees Pikotaro return a decade after his AFA Singapore appearance, while NIJISANJI EN unit NØVA, comprising Luca Kaneshiro, Shu Yamino, Sonny Brisko and Ren Zotto, will present a talk session and special vocal performances.
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On 29 November, Gakuto Kajiwara and 96NEKO will perform as part of a Paradox Live showcase. Elsewhere across the weekend, the programme includes Shun Onitsuka and DaiShun, alongside acts such as cosmosy, dear kiss and Suupeas.
Anime showcases and a YOASOBI booth
Away from the performances, fans can catch presentations for Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-, Black Clover and KAGURABACHI, with selected voice actors and production guests offering a closer look at their work.
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The exhibition floor will also feature a dedicated YOASOBI booth ahead of the duo’s forthcoming Singapore stadium concert, a Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc café-inspired activation, and more than 100 independent artists, illustrators and makers at the Creators Hub.
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Tickets
Super Early Bird tickets went on sale on 19 October at 12PM SGT, with the following options:
- One-day exhibition tickets from S$19
- Three-day exhibition and merchandise bundle at S$110
- Group bundles at S$95 for four tickets
- All prices exclude booking fees. Concert tickets are offered separately, with selected packages already sold out.
AFASG26 takes place at Halls 401–406. Visit the official festival website for ticketing options, programme updates and meet-and-greet details.
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