Why Is Dream Concert World in Japan 2024 Postponed?

As a seasoned gamer and ardent fan of the K-pop scene, I can’t help but feel a mix of disappointment and understanding upon hearing about the postponement of Dream Concert World in Japan 2024. Having attended countless concerts both online and offline, I’ve learned to appreciate the intricate dance between safety and entertainment that concert organizers must maintain.


Title Rescheduled: Global Dream Festival in Japan 2024 Initially planned for August 10th and 11th, has been delayed. The event’s organizers have issued a statement detailing the reasons behind the cancellation of Dream Festival Japan on its initial dates.

For those not familiar with it yet, the 2024 Dream Concert World in Japan showcased a stunning lineup of K-pop artists. Some of the acts scheduled to perform were SHINee’s Onew, NEXZ, NewJeans, DAY6, NCT Wish, TWS, KISS OF LIFE, tripleS, EPEX, and BADVILLAIN.

Dream Concert World in Japan 2024 postponed

As reported by Japanese event planners, the global Dream Concert scheduled for August 10th and 11th has been cancelled this year. Due to a prolonged heatwave in Japan and an uptick in COVID-19 infections, local authorities have decided to postpone or alter the concert arrangements.

Given the current circumstances, the organizers have chosen to delay the concert as the Japanese government is consistently advising about heatwave alerts, making it unsuitable for a substantial gathering in one location.

— DREAM CONCERT WORLD IN JAPAN (@DCWJ2024) July 31, 2024

The organizers have assured the fans that the dates will change and Dream Concert Japan will happen later. They noted, “We are currently discussing when to hold the postponed concert with the Japanese producers.”

During the upcoming 2024 Dream Concert World, there are several notable milestones. Originally, the Dream Concert World in Japan was organized to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic ties between Korea and Japan. Additionally, it marks the 30th anniversary of the Dream Concert itself.

Meanwhile, several K-pop artists are set to perform their global tours in Japan this month. Specifically, the HYBE boy band TXT (Tomorrow X Together) has two scheduled concerts for their ongoing world tour: August 4 and 5 at Aichi’s Vantelin Dome Nagoya.

On the 10th and 11th of August, NCT Doyoung will take the stage at Aichi’s Nagoya Congress Center Century Hall. Meanwhile, another renowned group from SM Entertainment, Aespa, is slated to perform at the Tokyo Dome on the 17th and 18th of August.

Due to the rapid increase in COVID-19 cases, it’s possible that organizers of upcoming K-pop concerts will enforce stringent regulations about mask usage and social distancing.

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2024-07-31 12:12