Coldrain in Kyoto, Japan 2026

What to know before you go

• Check the door time listed by the official ticket seller. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early to clear security and reach your section.
• Security check: most venues prohibit professional cameras, large bags and outside food. Check the venue's official policy before traveling.
• Bring the same payment card or QR code you used at checkout. Some venues no longer print physical tickets — phone screen is enough.
• Dress for the genre and the weather — outdoor shows can get cold after sunset. Comfortable shoes for standing-only sections.

What to expect

This is date 6 of the 8 that Coldrain has scheduled in our catalog through December 2026. There are 8 dates in Japan. The previous stop is Shinjuku City (December 12) and the next one is Nagoya (December 19).

Coldrain videos

Coldrain news

Our own summary of what each outlet reported. The link goes to the original story.

• numetalagenda · Sep 3, 2026

  coldrain Share Live "OPTIMIZE" Clip From This Year's BLARE FEST

  The Japanese band released a concert recording of "OPTIMIZE", filmed at this year's BLARE FEST. That song gives its name to their newest EP and to the album arriving soon, according to numetalagenda on 3 September 2026.

  Read on numetalagenda
• electricbloomwebzine · Aug 31, 2026

  coldrain team with Masato’s longtime influence Bert McCracken on ‘POISON’

  On 28 August Coldrain put out "POISON" with Bert McCracken, someone Masato has admired for years. It is the final preview of "OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE", the eighth album, which combines the 2025 EP with seven new songs, per electricbloomwebzine.

  Read on electricbloomwebzine
• x · Aug 28, 2026

  coldrain_official on X: " NEW SONG SINGLE "POISON feat. Bert McCracken (@WeAreTheUsed )" OUT NOW!! https://t.co/NPRz201CoD from ALBUM ''OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE' release ...

  The band's official X account announced on 28 August 2026 that the single "POISON" with Bert McCracken is now available. It comes from the album "OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE", scheduled for 25 September 2026, with pre-saving open.

  Read on x
• rocknloadmag · Jul 19, 2026

  coldrain announce upcoming album ‘OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE’

  According to rocknloadmag on 19 July 2026, the Nagoya band confirmed its eighth full-length record, "OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE". It will arrive on 25 September 2026 through Century Media and marks a return on a worldwide scale.

  Read on rocknloadmag

How to get there

1. Public transport is usually the easiest option for big-city venues. Check the closest metro/subway/tram stop on the venue's website.
2. If you drive, reserve parking in advance — venues fill nearby lots fast on show nights.
3. Rideshare drop-off zones are usually a 2–5 minute walk from the entrance. Allow extra time for after-show pickup queues.

What Coldrain typically plays

Setlists shift across the tour. Coldrain tours usually run 90–120 minutes including encore. Check setlist.fm right before the show for the most recent show's order.

How to get there

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