Naoki Kobayashi announces first solo special showcase 'STAY FOR TEA

Naoki Kobayashi, a member of EXILE and 三代目 J SOUL BROTHERS, has announced his first solo special showcase titled "NAOKI KOBAYASHI SPECIAL SHOWCASE 2026-2027 'STAY FOR TEA'"

Announced during the final performance of the 三代目 J SOUL BROTHERS live tour at Vantelin Dome Nagoya, the showcase will feature a blend of dance, acting, and Kobayashi's first attempt at vocal singing performances. The production is designed to have a theatrical atmosphere, set in a small tea shop located deep in a forest.

The showcase is scheduled to take place across four performances: November 7 and 8, 2026, at Theater Milanoza in Tokyo, and January 17, 2027, at YES Theater in Osaka.

Kobayashi, who is well known for his interest in tea culture and was the inaugural winner of "THE TEAIST AWARD" in 2025, commented: "I hope to deliver a new form of show that is packed with everything—like a musical, a live performance, a comedy skit, and a talk show all in one."