NCT member YUTA successfully wrapped up his first solo concert tour in Japan with a landmark performance at Nippon Budokan, cementing a major milestone in his individual career.
On January 21, YUTA held the final show of ‘YUTA LIVE TOUR 2025 PERSONA’ at the iconic Tokyo venue, concluding a nationwide tour that spanned 10 cities and 14 performances. The Budokan concert marked both the tour’s grand finale and YUTA’s first solo appearance at one of Japan’s most symbolic music stages.
A Nationwide Tour Culminates at a Legendary Venue
YUTA launched the tour in October 2025 in Tokyo, before traveling to cities including Kyoto, Hokkaido, Fukuoka, Kumamoto, and Sendai. Each stop highlighted his evolving identity as a solo artist, leading to the Budokan finale widely regarded as a rite of passage for performers in Japan. For YUTA, standing on the Budokan stage represented a personal and professional achievement, reflecting his steady growth beyond group activities and into a fully realized solo presence within the Japanese music scene.
Rock Driven Setlist Showcases YUTA’s Musical Identity
The Budokan performance featured a 19 song setlist that emphasized YUTA’s rock oriented sound and vocal range. He opened the show with his solo debut track ‘Off The Mask,’ immediately setting an intense and confident tone.
Tracks such as ‘Amber,’ ‘New World,’ and ‘Two of Us’ highlighted his powerful vocal delivery and stage control, while emotionally driven performances of ‘Twisted Paradise’ and ‘To Love Someone’ revealed a more introspective side. The balance between explosive energy and emotional depth underscored YUTA’s versatility as a solo performer.
“The Final Piece of the Show Is the Audience”
During the closing moments of the concert, YUTA addressed the crowd with heartfelt gratitude. “I’m truly happy to be able to perform at Budokan,” he said, thanking fans for filling the venue and sharing the moment with him. He added, “I believe the final piece of a concert is the audience,” emphasizing the role of fans in completing the performance experience. YUTA described the night as deeply meaningful and promised to continue working hard to show further growth as an artist.
What’s Next for YUTA
Following the successful conclusion of his tour, YUTA is set to open a personal YouTube channel on January 30, offering fans a new space for communication and behind the scenes content.