How to Become a DJ in Tokyo: Step-by-Step Guide & Local Tips

Want to break into the Tokyo DJ scene? I've got you covered! This video gives you my step-by-step guide, Tokyo specific tips, and everything you need to know about how you can get your first DJ gig in Japan! I also play a dope show at the brand new ZOUK Tokyo in Ginza.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:15 Tip 1
00:52 Tip 2
01:16 Tip 3
01:55 Ginza
03:33 Tip 4
04:05 Tip 5
04:53 Tip 6
06:39 Speaking with DJ Gosh
08:31 Zouk Tokyo Gigi
09:10 How I became a DJ in Tokyo
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Welcome to the channel! This is VIVID, and I am music producer and DJ based in Tokyo for over a decade. I have a long history creating nightclub events and DJing all across Asia. And my goal is to share everything I know about the Japanese nightlife scene on this youtube channel!

[@angelportillo5040]

Amazing video bro 🤝🏻

[@droplabapp]

some great content in here 👌

[@VIVIDvlog]

Thanks for watching!

[@renzoohm6844]

Thank you for the info 👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽

[@VIVIDvlog]

Anytime!

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Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:15 Tip 1 00:52 Tip 2 01:16 Tip 3 01:55 Ginza 03:33 Tip 4 04:05 Tip 5 04:53 Tip 6 06:39 Speaking with DJ Gosh 08:31 Zouk Tokyo Gigi 09:10 How I became a DJ in Tokyo

[@ashtonbenning3280]

Awesome video Vivid. Obviously in Japan speaking the language is absolutely crucial. How’s far will English take you in the DJ/club/nightlife scene compared to other aspects of Japanese society?

[@VIVIDvlog]

I find the Japanese that you need to know on the club scene isn’t much. It’s fairly simple, and you don’t haven’t to be overly polite. But being respectful, and not causing trouble goes a long way 😅

[@londong60]

Im a Misawa DJ but I’m open format. We have an EDM ,techno and hard style DJ you should checkout

[@VIVIDvlog]

Send a link 👏🏻

[@itsyaboii7437]

This is awsome information dude i have a question though, does the style or genre of music you mix determine where you can play?

[@VIVIDvlog]

Thanks! Great question Ya the music you decide to play determines what clubs may book you. I suggest aiming at clubs that align with your music tastes. 🔥