Read on for the full lowdown on Zerotokyo, a buzzing spot fast emerging as one of the most exciting clubs in Asia.
Five floors, five different vibes
The most distinctive feature of Zerotokyo is its multi-floor, multi-space structure. Extending across basement floors 1 to 4 beneath the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, the venue consists of five different areas, each with its own theme and style of music. This setup encourages guests to move across spaces throughout the night, choosing from an array of disparate sonic experiences.
The 7-meter-high Z Hall is the club’s main floor, where international star DJs and world-renowned artists perform. LED screens and lasers combine with a forceful sound system to conjure up an immersive, stimulating experience comparable to a music festival stage.
Those looking for a more intimate vibe will want to seek out the Ring and Base floors. The eclectic programming at Ring leans toward underground parties and experimental gigs, while Base welcomes bass and hip hop enthusiasts with seriously earth-shaking beats.
B1F Entrance
B2F BOX / R BAR
B3F RING / Z LOUNGE
B4F Z HALL
3 things that set ZEROTOKYO apart
Offering an extraordinary after-dark experience with its five interconnected floors, Zerotokyo stands out with its cutting-edge sound system, world-class visuals, and ability to attract some of the world’s most in-demand DJs.
A top-of-the-line sound system
Zerotokyo’s celebrated sound system is the work of Canada’s Adamson Systems Engineering, a name trusted by many of the world’s most famous clubs and festivals. The more than 100 speakers within the venue are capable of a maximum sound intensity of 138dB and are expertly positioned to ensure that the music always sounds crystal clear, no matter where in the space you happen to be.
Futuristic XR visuals
For a first-timer, the visual experience at Zerotokyo can be both overwhelming and addictive at the same time. Realized with a revolutionary “XR” live system—the “XR” standing for “expanded reality”—created by the Osaka-based Cosmic Lab, the multisensory spectacle is intended to blur the border between the physical and virtual worlds. On the main floor, the 360-degree LED screens enveloping the space synchronize perfectly with the music, achieving an otherworldly degree of audiovisual immersion.
Star-studded programming
Leading artists from around the world take the stage at Zerotokyo practically every week. Recent guests include Charlotte de Witte, widely considered one of the world’s top female techno DJs; Vintage Culture, who ranked ninth on DJ Mag’s most recent list of the world’s top 100 spinners; and Grammy winner Boys Noize.
Among Zerotokyo’s most noteworthy regular nights featuring local DJs are Soundgate, headlined by the likes of Takkyu Ishino and Shinichi Osawa, and Gold Disc, a hangout for many of Japan’s top beat makers. For something more eclectic, check out Zipangu the Party!!, a fusion of dance music and traditional Japanese performing arts, which has made headlines by featuring entertainment icons such as Sachiko Kobayashi.
A new frontier in Tokyo nightlife
With its combination of big beats, extraordinary visuals, and the ability to attract some of the most in-demand names in dance music, Zerotokyo is redefining the Tokyo club scene. Located right in the heart of Kabukicho, Japan’s biggest and buzziest entertainment district, the venue is setting a new standard not only for its home city, but for Asian club culture as a whole.
But we’ve gone on long enough. Seeing is believing—so go ahead, look up Zerotokyo’s schedule right now, and make this one-of-a-kind club your next weekend destination.
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Text by ：Ili Saarinen
