ABBA Japan 80 oversized t-shirt navy
Be a part of the legendary ABBA Japan Tour of 1980 with this navy t-shirt that reimagines the iconic backstage pass from the tour. With a premium heavy cotton fabric and a relaxed fit, this t-shirt is as comfortable as it is stylish—a must-have for any ABBA fan or vintage-inspired wardrobe.
During their stay in Japan, ABBA performed 11 concerts across Japan, with six sold out shows at Tokyo's celebrated Nippon Budokan Hall. Only a few acts, like the Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan, had sold out this prestigious venue to the same extent as ABBA.
The navy ABBA Japan 80 oversized t-shirt features the updated backstage pass print on the back, complemented by a subtle Japan 80 logo on the chest for understated sophistication. Designed for a loose, effortless fit, this t-shirt combines timeless design with premium quality reminiscing the ABBA Japan Tour of 1980.
Inspired by the North America, Europe & Japan tour in 1979-1980 – ABBA’s third concert tour.
ABBA arrived in Tokyo on March 9, 1980, after leaving Sweden on March 8. Their arrival was met with overwhelming fanfare, with around 100 photographers storming through a wall of 200 policemen to catch a glimpse of the band at Tokyo's Narita Airport. The New Otani Hotel in Tokyo became their base, but they were virtually prisoners inside, unable to move freely due to the intense pressure from fans and media.
Budokan concert
During their stay, ABBA performed 11 concerts across Japan, with six sold out shows at Tokyo's celebrated Nippon Budokan Hall. Only a few acts, like the Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan, had sold out this prestigious venue to the same extent as ABBA. The Japanese performances closely mirrored their North American and European shows from the previous year, with minor changes, including singing parts of "I Have A Dream" in Japanese. Their performance at the Budokan on 27 March was their last live performance on what would prove to be their last tour.
