Big one for Sakamichi fans this month: Hinatazaka46 is set to perform on TBS’s “Ongaku no Hi 2026,” airing live July 18; and they’re not the only Sakamichi group on the bill. Nogizaka46 and Sakurazaka46 are both confirmed too, which means all three sister groups share the same broadcast. That’s the kind of lineup that turns a normal music special into an actual event for anyone following more than one of these groups.
And there’s more on the calendar past that. Hinatazaka46 has their second Hinata Fes scheduled for early September in Miyazaki, following up on what was reportedly a huge turnout the first time around. Between the TV appearance and the festival, it’s shaping up to be a genuinely active stretch for the group rather than a quiet news month.
I’ll be watching July 18 live if I can swing it. If you’re an Ohisama too, or just curious what the fuss is about, this broadcast is a good entry point.