Hikaru Utada’s 2024 has been a milestone year, commemorating their 25th debut anniversary with spectacular achievements. April saw the release of their highly anticipated best-of album, SCIENCE FICTION, which set the tone for the record-breaking SCIENCE FICTION TOUR 2024. Spanning July through September, the tour captivated audiences across Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, drawing 258,000 attendees over 18 performances—the largest tour of Utada’s illustrious career.
Fans worldwide can now relive the energy of this tour through the Hikaru Utada Science Fiction Tour 2024 Concert Movie, streaming on Amazon Prime Video in 190 regions. Additionally, past live performances, including Laughter in the Dark Tour 2018 and Live Sessions from Air Studios (2022), are now available globally.
Utada also delighted fans with the release of the music video for “Electricity”, an encore highlight from the tour. Directed by acclaimed visual artist YOSHIROTTEN and filmed at the iconic KDDI Parabola Museum, the video seamlessly blends dynamic visuals with Utada‘s powerful soundscapes, further expanding the SCIENCE FICTION universe.
Celebrations continue in Japan with Hikaru Utada Live Chronicles in Cinema, a special event showcasing digitally remastered footage of iconic performances like Luv Live and BOHEMIAN SUMMER 2000. Featuring state-of-the-art sound and immersive visuals, these screenings offer fans an unparalleled concert experience.
December 9 also marks Utada’s 26th debut anniversary, honored with the release of a new artist photo reflecting their evolving artistry. Whether through streaming, cinema, or new music, 2024 stands as a year of reinvention and celebration for Hikaru Utada.