Taeko Onuki at The Wiltern

Taeko Onuki Live In L.A. 2026

f you’ve ever fallen down a city pop dream hole on the internet in the last twenty years, chances are you’ve heard the lush, shimmering vocals of Taeko Onuki — the genre-defining Japanese artist whose work has soundtracked sunset drives, lo-fi mixes, and retro anime edits for an entire group of new peeps who are discovering retro dream core - aka us. Now, it's time for history in the making, Taeko Onuki is headed stateside. On February 7th, 2026, she’ll be performing at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, marking her first-ever show in the U.S. — and yes, we’re already tearing up for what’s gonna be a magical, special Los Angeles night. Born in Tokyo in the wake of postwar transformation and raised in a family with deep roots for both eastern Asian and Western music, Taeko Onuki’s sound is a stunning reflection of her upbringing. She debuted in the ‘70s with the short-lived but beloved band Sugar Babe, inclduing performances from legends like Tatsuro Yamashita, before launching a solo career that's prime for istening for fans of jazz, soft city art pop. Albums like Mignonne, Sunshower, and Romantique have aged like wine — full-bodied, intricate, and as effortlessly stylish as ever. Now she’s bringing that timeless cool to The Wiltern. The Los Angeles stop is part of the new City Pop Waves series, celebrating the global revival of Japan’s golden-era pop music. Expect a night full of glittering synths, festerting tunes and magical twinkles in the air, transportive arrangements that feel like the score to a dreamy, sun-soaked film. Backed by an expert band and decades of artistry, Taeko’s live show is poised to a transcendental night, inviting the day 1 OGs and those who are just comng up on her sound into her sonic world for the very first itme in Los Angeles. 

For an artist who’s always remained somewhat elusive — shying away from large tours and overseas performances — it’s monumental for her of course It’s a celebration of her influence, forever-growing fan base and life long appeal. The Wiltern, with its art deco grandeur and velvet charm, we're ready to wlecome Taeko with open arms for the best night of the year!

So yes — dig out your favorite Taeko vinyl, brush up on your favorite Plastic Love adjacent playlists, and get your tickets. Onuki’s Wiltern debut is set to be a night of elegance, emotion, and long-awaited magic.