Idol Orchestra i-Okey Ignites 2026 with “We Are Serious!!” 7-City National Tour and Anticipated 3rd Album Release!

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i-Okey Embarks on “We Are Serious!!” National Tour, Unveiling 3rd Album in Spring 2026

Japanese idol orchestra unit i-Okey has announced an extensive 7-city national tour for 2026, titled “私たち、本気です!!” (We Are Serious!!). This exciting journey will kick off in Okayama on February 7, 2026, and traverse through Osaka, Kashiwa, Nagoya, Shizuoka, and Saitama, before reaching its climax at Yokohama ReNY on March 21, 2026. This tour marks a significant milestone for the group, known for their unique fusion of idol performance and classical music.

Idol Orchestra i-Okey performs on stage with instruments and dynamic lighting

A New Album Infused with Member Passion

Coinciding with the tour’s grand finale, i-Okey will release their 3rd album on March 21, 2026. This album is poised to be a deeply personal offering, as it will include center songs penned by each member, reflecting their individual artistry and collective dedication. Fans can expect to hear these new tracks performed live throughout the tour, offering a fresh glimpse into the group’s evolving sound.

A vibrant stage shot of the i-Okey idol group performing, with colorful lights and an engaged audience

Leader Mita Monaka shared her enthusiasm for the upcoming tour, stating, “The fact that we can hold this tour is thanks to all of you who support us. This will be i-Okey’s third national tour, and we want to deliver our genuine passion to everyone across the country.”

Tour Dates and Ticket Information

The “i-Okey Tour 2026 ‘We Are Serious!!'” will visit the following locations:

  • Okayama: February 7, 2026 (Saturday) at Okayama YEBISU YA PRO.

  • Osaka: February 8, 2026 (Sunday) at Osaka LIVE SQUARE 2nd.

  • Kashiwa: February 11, 2026 (Wednesday/Holiday) at Kashiwa Palooza.

  • Nagoya: February 22, 2026 (Sunday) at Nagoya LION LIMITED.

  • Shizuoka: February 23, 2026 (Monday/Holiday) at Shizuoka ROXY.

  • Saitama: March 1, 2026 (Sunday) at Nishikawaguchi HEARTS.

  • Yokohama (Tour Final): March 21, 2026 (Saturday) at Yokohama ReNY.

Tickets for the tour are available through an FC pre-sale (lottery), with applications opening on November 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM and closing on December 10, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Fans can access the pre-sale via the official fan community app Fanicon, “今日からキミも楽団員！！” (From today, you’re also an orchestra member!!), available for a monthly fee of ¥500. https://fanicon.net/fancommunities/1107

Continued Regular Performances and Special Guests

i-Okey will also continue their popular monthly regular performance series, “i-Okey Wednesday,” held at Asakusa VAMPKIN.

  • December (Christmas SP): December 20, 2026 (Saturday)

  • January: January 28, 2026 (Wednesday), featuring special guest Meme Tokyo.

  • February: February 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

  • March: March 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

Meme Tokyo, a stylish female group, poses in unique fashion against a white background

Tickets for the December to March regular performances are also available via FC pre-sale until December 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM. https://fanicon.net/fancommunities/1107

“Majide!? i-Okey 3 determination” at Toyosu PIT

Looking ahead, i-Okey is preparing for a major concert, “マジで！？アイオケ♪３ determination -卒業かリベンジか-” (Seriously!? i-Okey 3 determination -Graduation or Revenge-), scheduled for April 22, 2026 (Wednesday) at Toyosu PIT. Tickets are currently on sale through an official 3rd pre-sale (first-come, first-served) from November 28, 2025, to December 14, 2025. Domestic tickets are available at https://eplus.jp/i-ok/, and international tickets at https://eplus.tickets/i-ok/.

A promotional poster for the "Majide!? i-Okey 3 determination" concert at Toyosu PIT on April 22, 2026

About i-Okey: The Idol Orchestra

i-Okey, an abbreviation for “Idol Orchestra,” is a unique 12-member unit comprising seven vocalists, a violinist, a saxophonist, a flutist, and two performers. Their distinctive style integrates numerous classical pieces, such as Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” and Offenbach’s “Can-Can” (from “Orpheus in the Underworld”), into their original songs. This blend creates a captivating performance that harmonizes singing, instrumental play, and dance. Since their debut single “Catch The Dream” in March 2021, i-Okey has steadily built a dedicated fanbase, marked by successful one-man lives at venues like Toyosu PIT in August 2022 and Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall in January 2024.

i-Okey members in elegant blue and white outfits posing with instruments on a dark stage

Member Spotlight:

  • Mita Monaka (Vocal): Leader, also active as an actress and stadium MC for Yokohama FC.

  • Nemoto Ruka (Vocal): An actress and voice actress from “Kemono Friends.”

  • JIN (Vocal): An actress and the 7th Hamamatsu Auto Race Venus.

  • Asato Yui (Vocal): An actress who appeared in “Galaxy Express 999 THE MUSICAL.”

  • Sanada Maho (Vocal): Also active as an actress.

  • Ako (Vocal): New member.

  • Apple Sakurahei (Vocal): New member, an anisong singer-creator from Shenzhen, China, with over 1 million followers on Bilibili.

  • kurumi (Violin): Works as a backing musician for artists and a radio personality.

  • Ono Marika (Saxophone & Clarinet): A clarinet player featured in the “Tokyo Clarinet Festival.”

  • Amamiya Sara (Flute): Active as a flutist.

  • Yuyu the Excalibur (Performer): Sub-leader, performed in Reading Musical “BEASTARS.”

  • Kusanagi Miumi (Performer): Also active as a musical actress.

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With a national tour, a new album reflecting individual member creativity, and major concert events on the horizon, i-Okey continues to push the boundaries of the idol genre. Their innovative blend of classical elements with idol performance offers a fresh take on Japanese pop culture, poised to charm audiences both domestically and, quite possibly, as a unique facet of Kawaii culture abroad.

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