TACHIKAWA, TOKYO – To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the iconic Yu-Gi-Oh! anime series, a special event, “Anime ‘Yu-Gi-Oh!’ Series 25th Duelist Live Kingdom,” was held at the TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN on July 12, 2025. The concert brought together a spectacular lineup of artists who performed the series’ beloved theme songs, along with key cast members from Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters, creating an unforgettable day that celebrated the franchise’s 25-year history and enduring appeal. This is a flash report on the electrifying afternoon performance.
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A 25-Year Journey Painted by All-Star Artists
The event kicked off with a special narration by Hiroki Takahashi (the voice of Katsuya Jounouchi) and Kenjiro Tsuda (Seto Kaiba), immediately igniting the crowd’s excitement. A retrospective video chronicling the 25-year history of the series set the stage, leading into the opening number: a powerful performance of “Genkai Battle” by the entire ensemble of artists. The song, familiar to fans of the currently airing Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters GX 20th Remaster, sent the venue’s energy soaring.
Maintaining the momentum, Masaaki Endoh delivered a fiery performance of “BELIEVE IN NEXUS” and “Clear Mind,” capturing the high-speed thrill of Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s with his powerful vocals. Ayaka Nanase followed, first with a poignant rendition of “Sayonara ni wa Naranai” from Yu-Gi-Oh! Go Rush!!, before performing a cover of “Masterpiece” from Yu-Gi-Oh! ZEXAL, bridging generations by celebrating a timeless fan-favorite.
cinema staff took the stage to perform “Kirifuda” from Yu-Gi-Oh! ARC-V, their solid sound and direct lyrics expressing the series’ themes of conflict and hope. The first half of the concert concluded with a moving performance by Masami Okui, who filled the venue with emotion by singing “Ano Hi no Gogo” and “Shuffle,” two symbolic tracks from Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters.
Talk Session with Shunsuke Kazama and the Legendary Cast
The middle of the show featured a special talk session with the celebrated cast of Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters. Shunsuke Kazama (Yugi Muto), Kenjiro Tsuda (Seto Kaiba), Hiroki Takahashi (Katsuya Jounouchi), Junko Takeuchi (Mokuba Kaiba), Tetsuya Iwanaga (Marik Ishtar), and Haruhi Nanao (Mai Kujaku) took the stage.
The cast shared their thoughts on the concert and the 25th anniversary, and the segment included a special look back at video clips of each character’s first appearance in the series. The actors reacted with a mix of playful embarrassment and fond nostalgia at their early performances, and their warm interactions highlighted a chemistry that has remained unchanged over the years, filling the hall with heartfelt laughter.
The Concert Nears Its Climax as the Excitement Builds
The music resumed as vistlip kicked off the second half with “-OZONE-” from Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s and “Artist” from Yu-Gi-Oh! ZEXAL. Following their act, Hideaki Takatori further amplified the energy with a passionate performance of “Orenai Heart” from Yu-Gi-Oh! ZEXAL.
Yusuke Saeki brought a fresh vibe with “Nanananananana” from Yu-Gi-Oh! SEVENS and “One Way” from Yu-Gi-Oh! Go Rush!!, captivating the audience with their catchy melodies that define a new era of the series.
The main set’s grand finale was delivered by KIMERU, who performed a stunning medley of “go Forward” and “calling” from Yu-Gi-Oh! VRAINS, followed by the iconic “OVERLAP” from Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters. It was a masterful performance that awakened cherished memories etched alongside the series, bringing the main show to a powerful close.
For the encore, all performers returned to the stage together for a special cover of “Duel Shiyouze!” from Yu-Gi-Oh! Go Rush!!, delivered with flawless coordination. The event culminated with a final, thunderous performance of “Genkai Battle” by the entire cast, raising the audience’s excitement to its absolute peak. It was a fitting finale for a celebration worthy of a 25-year legacy.
The event is available for exclusive paid streaming on AMEBA until Sunday, July 27, at 11:59 PM (JST).
Anime “Yu-Gi-Oh!” Series 25th Duelist Live Kingdom Setlist
- M1 Genkai Battle (JAM Project cover) / All Artists
- M2 BELIEVE IN NEXUS / Masaaki Endoh
- M3 Clear Mind / Masaaki Endoh
- M4 Sayonara ni wa Naranai / Ayaka Nanase
- M5 Masterpiece (mihimaru GT cover) / Ayaka Nanase
- M6 Kirifuda / cinema staff
- M7 Ano Hi no Gogo / Masami Okui
- M8 Shuffle / Masami Okui
- M9 -OZONE- / vistlip
- M10 Artist / vistlip
- M11 Orenai Heart / Hideaki Takatori
- M12 Nanananananana / Yusuke Saeki
- M13 One Way / Yusuke Saeki
- M14 go Forward / KIMERU
- M15 calling / KIMERU
- M16 OVERLAP / KIMERU
- EN1 Duel Shiyouze! (Masayoshi Oishi cover) / All Artists
- EN2 Genkai Battle (JAM Project cover) / All Artists
“Anime ‘Yu-Gi-Oh!’ Series 25th Duelist Live Kingdom” Event Outline
- Live Event Name: Anime “Yu-Gi-Oh!” Series 25th Anniversary Live Duelist Live Kingdom
- Date & Time: Saturday, July 12, 2025
- 【Afternoon Show】Doors: 10:30 AM / Start: 11:30 AM
- 【Evening Show】Doors: 3:00 PM / Start: 4:00 PM
- Venue: TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN
- Performers:
- Artists: KIMERU / Masami Okui / Masaaki Endoh / vistlip / Hideaki Takatori / cinema staff / Yusuke Saeki / Ayaka Nanase
- Cast: Shunsuke Kazama / Kenjiro Tsuda / Hiroki Takahashi / Junko Takeuchi / Tetsuya Iwanaga / Haruhi Nanao
- MC: Daisuke Nagumo
- Organizer: ADK Emotions Inc.
- Official Website: http://yugioh-25thlive.com/
- Streaming Ticket Purchase: https://abema.tv/live-event/945c2a20-3e47-4228-bb5e-51e50c0d60bc