Japanese rock band King Gnu (キング・ヌー) is making history with their first-ever Hong Kong concert as part of their CEN+RAL Tour 2026, performing at AsiaWorld-Expo Arena on May 29 and 30, 2026.
Largest Tour Yet
The CEN+RAL Tour 2026 represents King Gnu's largest Asian tour to date. The Hong Kong shows follow dates across Japan including Sendai (仙台), Osaka (大阪), Takamatsu (高松), and Tokyo. The band — consisting of Daiki Tsuneta (常田大希), Yu Seki (勢喜遊), Kazuki (新井和輝), and Tasuku Hiraga (平賀匡) — has been riding a wave of international popularity following their hit anime theme songs including Hakujitsu (白日) from Hell's Paradise and critically acclaimed albums.
Concert Details
The Hong Kong performances will take place on May 29 at 8 PM and May 30 at 6 PM at AsiaWorld-Expo Arena (AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau Island). The venue has a capacity of over 10,000, reflecting the band's growing international draw.
Fan Reception
The announcement of King Gnu's first Hong Kong show generated significant buzz among Asian fans who had previously only been able to catch the band in Japan. Tickets reportedly sold rapidly upon release, with fans from across Southeast Asia expressing interest in attending. The band's unique blend of jazz-infused rock, classical arrangements, and pop sensibilities — a sound they call Tokyo New Mix — has earned them a devoted fanbase both domestically and abroad.
Sources: King Gnu official website, AsiaWorld-Expo event calendar, live nation Hong Kong