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The Reggae Wave 2026 flyer; photos of Reggae music legends The Wailers and Inner Circle

(Photos courtesy of The Reggae Wave 2026)

Reggae music legends The Wailers and Inner Circle, known for their hits like “One Love” and “Sweat (A La La La La Long,” are performing in Naha on March 26.

The groups will be headlining the Reggae Wave 2026 tour as it makes stops across Japan, including Tokyo (March 27), Osaka (March 24 & 29) and Nagoya (March 30).

Bob Marley’s legendary band, The Wailers, continues to spread a message of “Jah love and unity” with Grammy-nominated albums “One World” and “Evolution.” Grammy award-winning Inner Circle, known as “The Bad Boys of Reggae,” are known for their catchy rhythm and smooth melodies.

The concert will feature other reggae acts like DJ Bonics and Esther Fortune.

THE REGGAE WAVE 2026

  • Date: March 26 (Thurs.)

  • Time: Doors open at 4 p.m.

  • Location: Naha Cultural Arts Theater Nahart (26.216533, 127.682545)

  • Ticket prices start at 8,000 yen (approx. $51.20)

For more info and ticket purchase, check out (https://thereggaewave.jp/).

Shoji Kudaka is a writer based in Okinawa. Kudaka covers travel, food and culture for Stars and Stripes Okinawa. When he is not exploring the stunning local beaches or going on treks through jungles and caves, you can find him trying out new recipes he shares online and in the paper.

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