World-renowned artist YOSHIKI was invited as a VIP guest to the F1 Singapore Grand Prix 2026, held from Friday, October 9 to Sunday, October 11, 2026, and visited the paddock before the final race on Sunday, October 11.
Formula 1 is the pinnacle of motorsport. Among its races, the Singapore Grand Prix is known as a night race set against the city’s nighttime skyline, and it has become an international event that draws celebrities and VIP guests from around the world.
This year’s race attracted numerous celebrities, including American businesswoman and TV personality Kim Kardashian, former NBA star Dwyane Wade and soccer player Paul Pogba. Business executives and other leaders also gathered, creating an international meeting point where sports, entertainment and business intersect.
With the final race just ahead and the venue buzzing with excitement, YOSHIKI made his appearance in the paddock. He interacted with guests from around the world and was interviewed by the media, drawing attention even at this international sporting event.
On March 29 this year, YOSHIKI performed at the pre-race ceremony of the F1 Japanese Grand Prix 2026 at Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture. In front of approximately 130,000 spectators, he performed the Japanese national anthem, “Kimigayo,” in his own arrangement combining piano and drums, drawing worldwide attention. The performance became a hot topic among F1 and music fans around the world and generated a huge response on social media.
[F1 Japanese Grand Prix National Anthem Performance Video]
Deepening His Ties with Formula 1
About six months after his national anthem performance at Suzuka in March, YOSHIKI attended the Singapore Grand Prix as an invited guest, further deepening his ties with Formula 1.
YOSHIKI continues to lead a busy life, traveling in Japan and abroad. On Monday, October 5, he received a Special Prize at The America-Japan Society’s 6th Kaneko Kentaro Award ceremony at the International House of Japan in Tokyo, in recognition of his many years of musical exchange between Japan and the U.S. and his charitable work around the world. Three days later, on Thursday, October 8, he traveled to Akita Prefecture, and the next day, Friday, October 9, he headed to Singapore. His travels during this hectic schedule were shared on YOSHIKI’s official Instagram, generating much buzz.
YOSHIKI’s official Instagram post
In April this year, he held YOSHIKI CLASSICAL 2026 at Tokyo Garden Theater, and in July he successfully performed two nights at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles. Beyond music, his work spans a wide range of fields, including wines and champagnes bearing his name, fashion and philanthropy.
In a short span of time, YOSHIKI has traveled the world, from New York to Los Angeles, then Tokyo, Akita and Singapore. From receiving honors in both Japan and the U.S. to appearing in Akita and at the F1 Singapore Grand Prix, he continues to be active on the world stage, transcending the boundaries of music.
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