The 9th edition of Ultra Japan has officially announced its phase 1 lineup headlined by electronic music royalty including Afrojack, Alesso, Armin Van Buuren, and Steve Aoki, as well as isoknock — the new kids on the block made up of the high-octane duo ISOxo and Knock2. The festival will take place at Odaiba Ultra Park in Tokyo across September 14 and 15.
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This year promises two stages – the main stage and a “Resistance” stage traditionally reserved for techno and progressive house artists. The Resistance stage this year will feature the likes of Eli Brown, Richie Hawtin, Miss Monique, Anfisa Lethaygo, Hot Since 82, and Massano.
For supporting acts, Bassheads will be excited to see Subtronics on the lineup while Colorado-based DJ, Disco Lines promises fun and vibey tunes for Summer. Last but not least, we have Brennan Heart, the only hardstyle DJ announced so far.
Tickets are now available online via the Ultra Japan website. General admission tickets start from ¥10,000 JPY (approximately $507 HKD). Find the official playlist below and stay tuned for more artists and set times to be announced in the coming weeks. The festival in Japan will coincide with Ultra Hong Kong, which will be held for one day on September 14.
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