Japan is painting its iconic skyline in vibrant shades of pink as the nation prepares to welcome global K-pop sensation Blackpink for a monumental three-night concert series at the Tokyo Dome in January 2026. The 'Pink Light Up' campaign, officially confirmed by YG Entertainment, has transformed major landmarks across the country into glowing tributes to the four-member powerhouse.
Iconic Towers Bathed in Pink Light
The campaign kicked off with Kobe Port Tower launching a special pink illumination event that will run through January 18, 2026. This is not just a simple light show. The tower and its surrounding waterfront district have been designated a special 'Blackpink Spot', featuring immersive visual content and interactive installations for fans. Adding to the experience, a photo exhibition showcasing behind-the-scenes moments from the group's ongoing Deadline World Tour is on display.
Fans can also visit a limited-edition cafe serving menu items inspired by Blackpink's signature pink-and-black color palette. The festive atmosphere extends to the Mosaic Ferris wheel and nearby transportation facilities, which will join the synchronized pink illumination. On the tour's opening night of January 16, the tower's special lighting is scheduled from sunset until 11:30 PM.
Third Historic Conquest of Tokyo Dome
This upcoming concert run marks Blackpink's third time headlining the sacred Tokyo Dome venue. The group first conquered this iconic stage in December 2019 during their 'In Your Area' tour, drawing 55,000 fans for a sold-out spectacle that made headlines across six Japanese sports newspapers. Their triumphant return came in April 2023 for two nights as part of the record-shattering Born Pink World Tour.
The Born Pink tour was a global juggernaut, grossing an astounding $330 million worldwide and attracting 1.8 million attendees across 66 shows in 22 countries. The January 2026 performances will serve as the grand finale for their current Deadline stadium tour, which launched in July 2024 at Goyang Stadium. Notably, every single stop on the Deadline tour has been completely sold out in advance.
A Stadium Tour Defining Global Economics
The Deadline tour represents a significant milestone as Blackpink's first all-stadium trek since their debut in 2016. The economic impact of their concerts is staggering. Their October 2025 shows in Kaohsiung alone generated $9.8 million in tourism revenue with 120,000 attendees. Similarly, the opening Seoul performances each earned $9.6 million with 75,340 fans per night.
With the 50,000-capacity Tokyo Dome hosting three consecutive nights and pink lights blazing across Japan, Blackpink—comprising members Jisoo, Jennie, Rose, and Lisa—continues to prove they have transcended the K-pop genre to become a undeniable global cultural and economic phenomenon. The group will wrap up their monumental Deadline tour in Hong Kong on January 26, 2026.
