Paul McCartney live: Tokyo Dome, Tokyo
Thursday 27 April 2017 | Live | One On One Tour
Overview
On 27 April 2017, Paul McCartney performed at the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan, opening the first of three consecutive nights at the venue during his One On One Tour. The show was part of a tour that ran across North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia between 2016 and 2017.
Three consecutive nights at Tokyo Dome — Japan's largest indoor venue, with a capacity of approximately 55,000 — reflected McCartney's continued status as one of the world's most in-demand live performers more than five decades after The Beatles' first recordings.
The One On One Tour
The One On One Tour launched in April 2016 and ran through July 2017, covering over 130 shows across multiple continents. The tour was named after a track from McCartney's 1982 album Tug of War and was known for its evolving setlist — regularly featuring songs that hadn't been performed live in decades.
Band Line-Up
- Paul McCartney – vocals, bass, guitar, piano, ukulele
- Paul “Wix” Wickens – keyboards, vocals
- Brian Ray – guitar, bass, vocals
- Rusty Anderson – guitar, vocals
- Abe Laboriel Jr – drums, vocals
Setlist Highlights
The One On One Tour setlist regularly featured over 35 songs. Tokyo highlights included:
- A Hard Day’s Night
- Junior’s Farm
- All My Loving
- Let It Be
- Maybe I’m Amazed
- Blackbird
- Band On The Run
- Something
- Live And Let Die
- Hey Jude
- Yesterday
Venue Location
FAQs
How many nights did McCartney play at Tokyo Dome in April 2017?
Three consecutive nights — 27, 28, and 29 April 2017 — with the 27th being the opening night.
What was the One On One Tour?
A global tour running from April 2016 to July 2017, covering over 130 shows across multiple continents. It was known for its evolving setlist featuring rarely performed songs.
Why is Japan significant to McCartney's touring history?
Japan has been one of McCartney's most loyal markets since The Beatles' landmark Budokan concerts in 1966. He has returned to Japan across virtually every major tour since his solo career began.
Editorial Note
The Tokyo Dome opening night of April 2017 marked one of the major Japanese highlights of the One On One Tour — reinforcing McCartney's continued global touring presence more than five decades after The Beatles' first recordings.
Also on 27 April in Beatles History
- Paul McCartney at Tokyo Dome – Out There Tour – 27 April 2015
- George Harrison Estate Launches HariSongs Label – 27 April 2018
- View all events on 27 April in Beatles History
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