[YOSHIKI PR Office] YOSHIKI Overcame Third Neck Surgery and Completed All 10 Performances of the “World’s Most Luxurious Dinner Show.” He Continuing to Perform on Stage Despite Injuring His Right Hand, He Made History with a Surprise Appearance by PATA YOSHIKI PR Secretariat Press Release: September 2, 2025 To Members of the Media YOSHIKI overcame his third neck surgery and completed all 10 performances of the “World’s Most Luxurious Dinner Show.” He continued onstage despite an injury to his right hand, and made history with a surprise appearance by PATA.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21123/568/21123-568-16502a3f959bae700f939f738ce20ab5-3000×2001.jpg A fashion show for YOSHIKI’s high fashion brand, “MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS,” was included in the program for the first time, showcasing new products alongside “YOSHIKIMONO.” In addition, a new vintage wine from “Y by YOSHIKI” was served before its release, offering a special opportunity for attendees to be among the first to taste it. Also unveiled at the event was YOSHIKI’s original rose variety, “Kurenai.” Selected from tens of thousands of varieties over the course of two years, it is scheduled to go on general sale this fall.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21123/568/21123-568-9656f27c55e041fe1156871448e6418c-3000×2001.jpg The biggest buzz of the performance was the virtual human “AI YOSHIKI” that appeared on the venue’s monitors. He attempted a new experiment, fusing reality and digital, by answering questions from the audience and engaging in real-time conversations with YOSHIKI himself. From deep conversations about his outlook on life and art to humorous exchanges, his unique presence elicited surprise, laughter, and thunderous applause from the audience. Following his work in music, fashion, and wine, YOSHIKI further expanded the possibilities of entertainment by incorporating AI, a next-generation form of expression.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21123/568/21123-568-fd60c174787f086c2077b7cd51c5f7a8-3000×2001.jpg Co-starring guests included singer Beverly, JAY from XY, and Ladies X guitarist YUI, who performed arrangements of X JAPAN’s signature songs with YOSHIKI. Additionally, the YOSHIKI-produced girl group “Bi-ray” made an appearance, debuting their debut song “Butterfly” as well as their new song “Your Jealousy” at the dinner show. The venue erupted in cheers, creating a buzz of excitement. On the final day, Sunday the 31st, X JAPAN guitarist PATA made a surprise appearance, performing “Rusty Nail,” marking a historic, one-night-only collaboration. The audience erupted in applause for the exchange, a testament to their longstanding friendship.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21123/568/21123-568-ef7a3545f8e05184703c4359425721e7-3900×2600.jpg Many celebrities and VIPs visited the venue this year as well. The impressive lineup included world-renowned actor Lee Byung-hun, world-renowned fashion designer Koshino Junko, international photographer Leslie Kee, DA PUMP leader ISSA, model and talent Anmika, popular comedy duo Pekopa, and Hello Kitty designer Yamaguchi Yuko. Furthermore, when world junior figure skating champion Shimada Mao attended, YOSHIKI suddenly performed “Miracle,” a song she uses in her performance, creating a special moment that deeply touched the hearts of the audience. Looking back on the performance, YOSHIKI commented, “It’s been a while since I’ve performed a full concert, so I was honestly worried about whether I could pull it off, but this performance was made possible thanks to the support of so many people. When I had my third neck surgery last year, I thought I’d never be able to play the drums again, but when I was playing, my hands moved on their own. I’m truly grateful to everyone who always supports me.”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21123/568/21123-568-d39684d0b5c3358068a78fe5b954ac86-3000×2001.jpg YOSHIKI is scheduled to perform around the world in the future. His November performance in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, will be particularly memorable, as it will mark the first time a Japanese artist has performed at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hegra. Furthermore, as the performance falls on YOSHIKI’s birthday, it is attracting a great deal of attention as a special event. 1. Your Jealousy (Bi-ray-) 2. Amethyst (Beverly) 3. Say Anything (Beverly) 4. THE SEINE (Ai Ichihara) 5. Forever Love (Tokyo City Ballet) 6. Rusty Nail (PATA (X JAPAN) / JAY (XY) / YUI (Ladies X)) 7. BACH PRELUDE (FASHION SHOW MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS & YOSHIKIMONO) 8. Hero (FASHION SHOW MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS & YOSHIKIMONO) 9. (DRUM solo) 10. Tears
(JAY(XY)& Beverly) 11. Swan Lake (Tokyo City Ballet) 12. Nessun Dorma (Ai Ichihara) 13. Red Swan (Beverly) 14. Red 15. Without You 16. Endless Rain YOSHIKI Official Site:https://jp.yoshiki.net/ YOSHIKI Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoshikiofficial/ YOSHIKI YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/yoshikiofficial For more information about this release
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