Joe Hisaishi

For half a century, music composer Joe Hisaishi has carved the soundtracks accompanying several Japanese animations and manga series. In 1974, Hisaishi got the chance to create music for the anime film First Human Giatrus, making his debut as a musical director and composer.  Popularly known for his partnership with Studio Ghibli, Joe Hisaishi has composed music for over 80 films. In the soundtrack industry, he stands out for his impressive skills as a storyteller through music. This has led him to receive numerous awards and accolades. Notably, the Japanese government awarded him a Medal of Honor in 2009.

Joe Hisaishi Tour 2024

Tour Name: Joe Hisaishi Symphonic Concert: Music from the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki

Tour Dates: April 6, 2024 - September 8, 2024

The Joe Hisaishi Symphonic Concert: Music from the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki celebrates the three-decade collaboration of Joe Hisaishi and Hayao Miyazaki. Hayao Miyazaki, a filmmaker,  is the founder of Studio Ghibli and the foundation of Joe Hisaishi’s long-term relationship with the studio. The pair first worked together in 1983 on the animation Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind. Together, they have worked on 11 animated films and movies; their most recent project was in 2023. The Joe Hisaishi Symphonic Concert: Music from the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki celebrates the three-decade collaboration of Joe Hisaishi and Hayao Miyazaki.

This tour features a series of shows in different cities across different continents. Concerts have been held in Paris, Dusseldorf, and Muenchen, and there is still more to come. Each concert on this tour showcases live performances of the music from Studio Ghibli films, accompanied by a symphony orchestra in the designated city.  In addition to this tour, Joe Hisaishi holds different headlining shows, such as Joe Hisaishi Presents Music Future Vol. II, Hisaishi Conducts Hisaishi, and Joe Hisaishi Future Orchestra Classics Vol. 7, among others.

From anime fans to classical music fans, Joe Hisaishi appeals to a broad audience. There is a heavy demand for his concert tickets, which are selling out fast. TicketX, compared to other resale websites such as StubHub, SeatGeek, and TicketMaster, brings something different to the table. It offers users an industry-low fee that remains the same regardless of the venue, ticket price, or demand for the tickets.

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Joe Hisaishi New York Tickets

Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York

Date: July 11, 2024

Joe Hisaishi Los Angeles Tickets

Venue: Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles, California

Date: November 14, 2024: November 17, 2024

Joe Hisaishi Tour Details

Joe Hisaishi Tour Opener

Joe Hisaishi flies solo on his 2024 hour. His concerts have no opening act.

How Long Are Joe Hisaishi Concerts?

According to Setlist.fm, Joe Hisaishi’s 2024 concert is about 2 and a half hours.

Joe Hisaishi Setlist

Depending on the particular concert venue and dates, Joe Hisaishi’s tour setlist may change. Based on the concert held on April 7, 2024, at Paris La Defense Arena, Nanterre, France, Setlist.fm  reports the following as the setlist:

• The Legend of the Wind

• Nausicaa Requiem

• The Battle Between Mehve and Corvette

• The Distant Days

• The Bird Man

• A Town with an Ocean View

• Heartbroken Kiki

• Mother’s Broom

• The Legend of Ashitaka

• The Demon God

• Princess Mononoke

• A Journey (A Dream of Flight)

• Nahoko (The Encounter)

• A Journey (A Kingdom of Dreams)

• Deep Sea Pastures

• Mother Sea

• Ponyo’s Sisters Lend a Hand - A Song for Mothers and the Sea

• Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea

• Doves and the Boy

• Carrying You

• The Eternal Tree of Life

• Bygone Days

• Symphonic Variation “Merry-go-round + Cave of Mind”

• One Summer’s Day

• Reprise - from “Spirited Away”

• The Path of the Wind

• Hey Let’s Go

• My Neighbor Totoro

• Madness

• Ashitaka and San

Joe Hisaishi Tour Merch

There is a wide range of merch available on Joe Hisaishi’s official US shop. Fans can expect the following prices for each item:

Joe Hisaishi Upcoming Concerts

Joe Hisaishi Tour 2023 Review

In 2023, Joe Hisaishi was on the road, touring different countries. He performed in Singapore, Vienna, Helsinki, and Osaka, among several other cities. Fans who attended a Joe Hisaishi concert in 2023 often describe it as an emotional and beautiful experience. Hannah Ewens for the Guardian reported that the show at Ovo Arena Wembley in London was a beautiful reminder that the heartfelt nature of a Studio Ghibli movie lies in its music. The comments on Joe Hisaishi’s performance have, however, not all been. Some fans have complained about the lack of synchronization between the live music and the projection on the screen.

About Joe Hisaishi

Joe Hisaishi was born as Mamoru Fujisawa. As he gained popularity for his work, he decided to take up the stage name Joe Hisaishi. This name change was inspired by Grammy Award-winning producer, Quincy Jones. Growing up as a child music prodigy, Hisaishi’s path as a musician was clear. Apart from his work in the soundtrack industry, the musician has established a solo music career, releasing 27 studio albums.

Joe Hisaishi 2024 Net Worth

According to Popnable,  as of June 14, 2024, Joe’s Hisaishi’s revenue in 2024 is approximately $336.2K, falling between the range of $324.9K - $424.7K. This estimate is based on the review of all available information on Joe Hisaishi’s sources of income, such as streaming revenue from his songs and sponsorships. Notably, the site reports Joe Hisaishi’s revenue in 2023 to be $657.9K. In the past five years, Joe Hisaishi made the most money in 2022 with a $809.8K revenue.