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UNITE2026 announces second wave of guests featuring Saito Kazuyoshi and Yamaguchi Ichiro
HTB has announced the second wave of guest performers for the Wednesday Dodesukai Festival UNITE2026, including Saito Kazuyoshi, Yamaguchi Ichiro, and Ono Shinji. The event will be held from September 4 to 6, 2026, at the Daiwa House Premist Dome in Sapporo, marking the first edition in seven years and the 30th anniversary of the TV show. Tickets are currently on sale.
Quick Facts
Who
HTB Hokkaido Television Broadcasting
What
announced second wave of guest performers for UNITE2026
When
September 4-6, 2026
Where
Daiwa House Premist Dome (formerly Sapporo Dome)
- announced second wave of guest performers for UNITE2026
- held the event after seven-year hiatus
- commemorated 30th anniversary of Wednesday Dodesukai TV program
- HTB Hokkaido Television Broadcasting
- Saito Kazuyoshi (斉藤和義)
HTB Hokkaido Television Broadcasting has announced the second wave of guest performers for the long-awaited "Wednesday Dodesukai Festival UNITE2026", marking the return of the legendary event after a seven-year hiatus. The new lineup includes renowned artist Saito Kazuyoshi, Sakanaction frontman Yamaguchi Ichiro, and former Japanese national soccer star Ono Shinji, among others. The festival is set to take place from September 4 to 6, 2026, at the Daiwa House Premist Dome in Sapporo, which was formerly known as Sapporo Dome.
The three-day celebration will feature stage performances, exhibitions, merchandise sales, lottery games, food stalls, and sponsor booths. Notably, the September 4 pre-festival day will not include appearances by Suzuki Takayuki or Oizumi Yo, while the main event on September 5 and 6 will showcase the full roster of performers. The event also commemorates the 30th anniversary of the iconic Hokkaido-based TV program "Wednesday Dodesukai," which has a cult following across Japan.
Tickets are now on sale via Lawson Ticket (ローチケ), with options including a three-day reserved seat pass (19,800 yen) and single-day passes for the main festival days (9,900 yen each). The pre-festival day ticket is priced at 1,100 yen. Organizers have highlighted that the event promises an unpredictable experience, with staff themselves unsure of the full scope of the festivities.
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Why This Matters
For fans of Japanese music, sports, and cult TV shows, UNITE2026 offers a rare chance to see iconic performers like Saito Kazuyoshi and Yamaguchi Ichiro alongside legendary soccer star Ono Shinji in one weekend. The event marks the 30th anniversary of the beloved Hokkaido-based show 'Wednesday Dodesukai,' meaning attendees will experience unique cross-genre collaborations and exclusive merchandise not available elsewhere. With tickets already on sale, securing a spot early is crucial due to limited availability.
Timeline & Sources
Jun 17, 2026
WireHTB announced the second wave of guests for UNITE2026 via press release.
Jun 17, 2026
WireOricon News reported the second wave of guests for UNITE2026.
Sep 4, 2026
WirePre-festival day of UNITE2026 begins (without Suzuki Takayuki and Oizumi Yo).
Sep 5, 2026
WireFirst main festival day of UNITE2026 begins.
Sep 6, 2026
WireSecond main festival day of UNITE2026 begins and event concludes.