The NHK Symphony Orchestra performed the main theme for Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, set for simultaneous worldwide release in 2027! The recording has already been completed, and you can hear its grand melodies in the recently announced 1st Trailer.

YouTube Clip - First Look: Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves | Announcement Trailer (Japanese)

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKGIw93XTJ0

NHK Symphony Orchestra × Pokémon Classic Concert Tour

Pokémon and the NHK Symphony Orchestra have previously held Pokémon Mini Concerts and the Pokémon × NHK Symphony Orchestra Special Orchestra 2023 across Japan.

In August 2026, the NHK Symphony Orchestra × Pokémon Classic Concert Tour (N響 × ポケモン クラシックコンサートツアー) will be held in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Fukuoka to commemorate both the 100th Anniversary of the Orchestra and the 30th Anniversary since the release of Pocket Monsters Red and Green. (Full details to be announced later)

Source: https://x.com/NHKSO_Tokyo/status/2029436748481048977

Celebrating the NHK Symphony Orchestra's 100th Anniversary and Pokémon's 30th Anniversary

A Special Concert Featuring a Full Orchestra! A classical concert tour celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon series in 2026 and the 100th anniversary of the NHK Symphony Orchestra (NHK SO) has been confirmed!

Performances will be held at four venues nationwide in Japan starting Friday, August 21st, 2026. Please enjoy the captivating music that has shaped your adventures.

* There are no plans for Pokémon characters, video projections, sound effects, or lighting effects.

Performances:

Friday, August 21st, 2026 - Tokyo - Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre - 7:00 PM Start (Doors Open 6:00 PM)
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026 - Kyoto - Kyoto Concert Hall - 3:30 PM Start (Doors Open 2:30 PM)
Sunday, August 23rd, 2026 - Osaka - The Symphony Hall - 2:00 PM Start (Doors Open 1:00 PM)
Monday, August 24th, 2026 - Fukuoka - Fukuoka Symphony Hall (ACROS Fukuoka) - 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM)

Program:

Part 1:
Pocket Monsters Red and Green ~Opening~
Pocket Monsters Red and Green is celebrating its 30th anniversary since its release, and we present ~Opening~ as a fitting piece to open Part 1.

Grieg / Morning from Peer Gynt Suite No. 1
Smetana / The Moldau
Stravinsky / Lullaby ~ Finale from the ballet suite The Firebird

We present classical pieces inspired by the Grass, Water, and Fire types of the Pokémon that become your partners at the start of your adventure.

Part 2:
From the Pokémon video game series
We present carefully selected pieces from the series from Pocket Monsters Red and Green in 1996 to Pocket Monsters Scarlet and Violet, arranged for orchestra.

Pocket Monsters Winds and Wave Main Theme
We present the main theme from the all-new Pocket Monsters Winds and Waves in a live performance by the NHK Symphony Orchestra.

Artists:

This year marks the 100th anniversary since its founding in 1926. Alongside its 54 annual regular performances, the orchestra collaborates with world-class conductors and soloists in approximately 120 concerts held nationwide.

Ticket Prices:

General
S - 13,000 yen
A - 11,000 yen
B - 9,000 yen
C - 7,000 yen

Elementary and Junior High School Students
S - 5,500 yen
A - 4,500 yen
B - 3,500 yen
C - 2,500 yen

Source: https://www.pokemon.jp/special/nhkso-pokemon2026/

Artwork:

sowsow announced on March 10th, 2026, they created the key visual art for the NHK Symphony Orchestra × Pokémon Classic Concert Tour that took place in August 2026.

I created the key visual for the NHK Symphony Orchestra × Pokémon Classic Concert Tour, which will be held at four venues nationwide in August 2026! I had the pleasure of illustrating Pokémon characters full of personality to adorn this special concert commemorating the NHK Symphony Orchestra's 100th anniversary and Pokémon's 30th anniversary.