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Jazz Legend Masayoshi Takanaka Returns to UK After 50 Years

3/2/2026

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Masayoshi Takanaka, a 72-year-old Japanese jazz fusion guitarist, will perform his first United Kingdom (UK) solo gig at Brixton Academy in March 2026 after overwhelming demand.
He began his career in the 1970s.
He has not performed in the United Kingdom for 50 years.
His debut album Seychelles helped shape Japan's rock fusion scene.
His world tour includes sold-out shows across the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, and New Zealand.

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Story summary

Masayoshi Takanaka, a 72-year-old Japanese jazz fusion guitarist, will perform his first United Kingdom (UK) solo gig at Brixton Academy in March 2026 after overwhelming demand.
He began his career in the 1970s.
He has not performed in the United Kingdom for 50 years.
His debut album Seychelles helped shape Japan's rock fusion scene.
His world tour includes sold-out shows across the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, and New Zealand.