Yorushika is bringing their acclaimed concept live "Tousaku" (盗作) back to audiences through a special two-day premium cinema screening scheduled for October 9-10, 2026. We've gathered all the details about what this limited screening event includes, where it's happening, and what makes this particular live experience worth experiencing on the big screen.
The premium screenings will showcase the live video work "Yorushika LIVE 'Tousaku'" (ヨルシカ LIVE「盗作」) — a filmed record of the band's narrative-driven concert tour from late 2025 — at 17 cinemas across Japan. The event comes just days after the home video release on September 30, 2026, offering fans a chance to experience the performance in a theatrical setting.
The Quick Version
- Premium screenings are scheduled for October 9-10, 2026 only, at 17 cinemas nationwide
- The film captures Yorushika's "Tousaku Saien" (盗作 再演) concept tour from September-October 2025, combining n-buna's narration with full band performances
- Venues include major cinema chains like United Cinemas and MOVIX in cities from Sapporo to Fukuoka
- The home video releases on September 30, 2026, featuring a three-disc set with separate viewing options for music and narration segments
- This follows Yorushika's established pattern of theatrical screenings for their major live video releases
What Makes the "Tousaku" Live Unique
The "Tousaku" live isn't a standard concert recording — it's what we might call a narrative concert experience. The performance interweaves n-buna's spoken narration segments with full band renditions of Yorushika's songs, creating a storytelling structure that unfolds across the show. This approach has become a signature element of Yorushika's most ambitious projects, blending their literary sensibilities with musical performance.
The footage being screened comes from the "LIVE TOUR 2025 'Tousaku Saien'" (盗作 再演), which ran from September through October 2025. Key performances took place at K-Arena Yokohama on September 30 and October 1, 2025, along with dates in Hyogo, Aichi, and other venues. The setlist reportedly includes fan favorites like "Tousaku" (盗作), "Bakudanma" (爆弾魔), and "Haru Dorobou" (春泥棒), woven into the show's narrative framework.
What sets this particular live format apart is how it treats the concert as a complete artistic statement rather than just a showcase of songs. The narration segments, delivered by n-buna (the band's composer and guitarist), provide context and continuity, turning the performance into something closer to a theatrical piece. For fans who experienced the original tour, the cinema screenings offer a chance to revisit that experience. For those who couldn't attend, it's an opportunity to see what made "Tousaku Saien" such a talked-about event.
Where and When the Screenings Are Happening
The premium screenings are confirmed for 17 cinema locations across Japan on October 9 and 10, 2026. While the exact venue list varies slightly depending on the source, the participating theaters are concentrated in major urban centers and include well-known chains that regularly host music live-viewing events.
Based on the announcement, screenings are scheduled in cities including Sapporo (Hokkaido), Sendai (Tohoku), multiple locations across the Tokyo metropolitan area, Kanagawa, Saitama, Nagoya (Aichi), Osaka (Kansai), Hiroshima (Chugoku), and Fukuoka (Kyushu). Cinema chains like United Cinemas and MOVIX are among the confirmed participants. The geographic spread mirrors both the original tour's reach and Yorushika's established fanbase distribution across the country.
These are advance-ticket events, typically sold through the participating cinemas' online booking systems and potentially through music fan club ticketing services. Pricing generally follows the standard for premium music film screenings in Japan, though specific details vary by venue. Given the limited two-day window and the relatively small number of theaters, tickets are expected to move quickly once sales open.
What's in the Home Video Release
The cinema screenings feature the same content that's being released on Blu-ray and DVD on September 30, 2026 — about a week before the theatrical events. Understanding what's in that home video package helps explain what audiences will see on the big screen.
The multi-disc set is structured to offer different ways of experiencing the live performance. Disc 1 contains the full main live performance as it was staged, combining all narration and musical segments in sequence. Disc 2 provides selectable viewing options: fans can choose to watch only the music performance segments or only the narration segments, allowing them to focus on either aspect of the show independently. Disc 3 includes additional production and visual content related to the "Tousaku" live concept.
The first-press limited edition of the home video comes with special extras that underscore Yorushika's literary approach to their work: a narration picture book for "Tousaku" and another picture book for "Umarekawari" (生まれ変わり). These companion volumes extend the storytelling beyond the performance itself, treating the music and narrative as parts of a larger artistic project. Limited "Tousaku" original T-shirts are also available through reservation, coordinated with the video release.
This structure reveals something important about how Yorushika and their team conceive these projects: the live performance isn't just documentation of a concert, but a carefully crafted work in its own right, designed to be experienced in multiple ways.
Why Yorushika Uses Cinema Screenings
Yorushika has used premium cinema screenings as part of their release strategy for previous live video works as well. The live video "Zensei" (前世), for example, also received limited theatrical screenings in conjunction with its home video release. This pattern suggests a deliberate approach to how the band shares their live performances with audiences.
The cinema screenings serve several purposes. For fans who attended the original tour, seeing the performance on a theater screen with high-quality sound creates a different experience from watching at home — one that partially recreates the communal atmosphere of the live show itself. For fans who couldn't make it to any tour dates, the theatrical screening offers something closer to the intended impact of the performance, especially for a show as visually and sonically designed as "Tousaku."
The timing — just over a week after the home video release — positions the screenings as both a promotional event and a special gathering opportunity for the fan community. It's not about exclusivity (the content is already available for purchase), but about offering a specific kind of viewing experience. Given Yorushika's emphasis on atmosphere, narrative, and visual presentation in their work, the theatrical format aligns naturally with how they want these performances to be received.
The limited two-day window also creates a sense of occasion. We're not talking about an extended theatrical run; this is a brief, special event that asks fans to mark their calendars and make plans to attend. That scarcity is intentional, turning the screenings into communal moments rather than routine viewing options.
What People Are Saying
"I couldn't get tickets to the original tour, so having a chance to see this in a theater feels like a second opportunity. The narration segments are what I'm most curious about — experiencing those with cinema sound should be incredible."
"I went to the Yokohama show last year and I'm definitely going to the screening. Seeing it on a big screen will let me catch details I missed in the arena, especially during the visual production parts."
"Yorushika's concept lives are always more than just concerts, and 'Tousaku' was one of their most ambitious. The fact that they're putting it in cinemas shows they understand that the storytelling deserves that kind of presentation."
"Only 17 theaters feels really limited for something this special. I hope they add more locations or extend the dates, because I know a lot of people who want to go but don't live near any of the venues."
"Getting the Blu-ray on September 30 and then being able to see it in a theater with other fans on October 9 is actually perfect timing. It's like having two different ways to experience the same work within a couple of weeks."
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the Yorushika "Tousaku" cinema screenings?
The premium screenings are scheduled for October 9 (Friday) and October 10 (Saturday), 2026. These are the only two dates currently announced for the theatrical event.
Where can I watch the "Tousaku" live film?
The screenings will take place at 17 cinema locations across Japan, including venues in major cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Sapporo, and Sendai. Participating chains include United Cinemas and MOVIX, among others. Check with participating theaters for specific venue information and ticket availability.
Is this different from the Blu-ray/DVD release?
The content is the same — the cinema screenings show the live video work "Yorushika LIVE 'Tousaku'" that's being released on Blu-ray and DVD on September 30, 2026. The difference is the viewing experience: the theatrical screenings offer a large screen, cinema-quality sound, and a communal atmosphere with other fans.
What is the "Tousaku" concept live about?
The "Tousaku" live combines n-buna's spoken narration with full band performances of Yorushika songs, creating a narrative-driven concert experience. The performance follows a storytelling structure rather than a traditional setlist format, integrating songs like "Tousaku," "Bakudanma," and "Haru Dorobou" into the larger narrative framework.
Will there be more screening dates or locations added?
As of the announcement on September 1, 2026, only the October 9-10 dates and 17 theater locations have been confirmed. Whether additional screenings will be added hasn't been announced, so we recommend securing tickets for the confirmed dates if you're planning to attend.
Looking Ahead to October
With the home video release arriving on September 30, 2026, and the premium cinema screenings following on October 9-10, Yorushika is giving fans multiple ways to experience the "Tousaku" live within a short window. The theatrical screenings at 17 locations nationwide offer something distinct from watching at home: the chance to see this narrative-driven performance on a big screen with theater-quality sound, surrounded by others who appreciate what makes Yorushika's approach to live performance special.
For those who attended the original "Tousaku Saien" tour in late 2025, the screenings represent a chance to revisit that experience through a different lens. For those who missed the tour, it's an opportunity to understand what made this particular concept live such a memorable event for fans. Either way, the limited two-day window and the carefully selected venues make these screenings feel like occasions worth marking on the calendar — moments to gather with the community around work that treats music, narrative, and visual presentation as inseparable parts of a single artistic vision.
