Japanese Breakfast Performs “Picture Window” on Kimmel: Watch Now
Japanese Breakfast Delivers Enchanting Performance of “Picture Window” on Kimmel
April 20, 2025
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In a captivating display of artistry, Japanese Breakfast graced the Jimmy Kimmel Live! stage this past Thursday, delivering an exquisite rendition of her new track “Picture Window.” This standout song, taken from her recently released album For Melancholy Brunettes (and Sad Women), showcased the band’s ability to weave complex emotions into a tapestry of sound.
The performance took place in the whirlwind of Coachella’s second weekend, where Japanese Breakfast had already set the festival stage ablaze with her haunting cover of Gorillaz’ “On Melancholy Hill” alongside her tour partner, Ginger Root. It’s clear that the energy of the festival has only added to her momentum as she prepares for a comprehensive North American tour. Fans can expect a host of new tracks and fresh renditions as she hits the road next week.
For her appearance on Kimmel, Japanese Breakfast leaned into the moody ambiance that permeates her new album, with blue lighting that mirrored the melancholy yet uplifting themes explored in her music. Behind her, a neon-lit sign declared “Melancholy Inn,” hinting at the emotional sanctuary she offers through her lyrics. As “Picture Window” unfolded, it became evident that the song—while steeped in reflections of sadness—radiates warmth and nostalgia, inviting listeners to both wallow and celebrate life’s complexities.
This Kimmel performance follows the March 21st release of For Melancholy Brunettes (and Sad Women), an album produced by Blake Mills that has already garnered acclaim as one of the best albums of the month. The juxtaposition of vibrant melodies layered over poignant narratives is a testament to Japanese Breakfast’s evolving artistry.
For those who missed this captivating Kimmel moment, the performance is available for viewing online, allowing everyone to experience the emotive power of “Picture Window.” As she gears up for her tour, tickets are in high demand.
For fans eager to witness Japanese Breakfast live, her highly anticipated 2025 tour will feature multiple dates across North America and Europe, including stops in iconic venues such as Ryman Auditorium in Nashville and the O2 Academy Brixton in London.
2025 Tour Dates:
04/23 – Austin, TX @ Moody Theater (ACL Live)
04/24 – Dallas, TX @ South Side Ballroom
04/26 – Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle
04/27 – Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
04/28 – Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium
05/01 – Chicago, IL @ Salt Shed
05/02 – Chicago, IL @ Salt Shed
05/03 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore
05/05 – Toronto, ON @ Massey Hall
05/06 – Toronto, ON @ Massey Hall
05/07 – Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway
05/09 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
05/10 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
05/11 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
05/12 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
05/15 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Met Philadelphia
05/16 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Met Philadelphia
06/21 – Milwaukee, WI @ Summerfest
06/24 – Oslo, NO @ Rockefeller
06/25 – Stockholm, SE @ Filadelfia
06/26 – Copenhagen, DK @ VEGA
06/29 – Manchester, UK @ Academy 1
06/30 – Glasgow, UK @ Barrowland
07/01 – Bristol, UK @ O2 Academy Bristol
07/03 – London, UK @ O2 Academy Brixton
07/04-06 – Ewijk, NL @ Down The Rabbit Hole
07/05 – Utrecht, NL @ TivoliVredenburg
07/08 – Paris, FR @ Le Trianon
07/10-12 – Bilbao, ES @ Bilbao BBK Live
08/23 – Santa Barbara, CA @ Santa Barbara Bowl
08/27 – San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic
08/28 – San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic
08/30 – Bend, OR @ Hayden Homes Amphitheater
09/01 – Vancouver, BC @ Orpheum Theater
09/02 – Seattle, WA @ Woodland Park Zoo
09/03 – Seattle, WA @ Woodland Park Zoo
09/06 – Denver, CO @ The Mission Ballroom
09/09 – Minneapolis, MN @ The Palace Theater
09/10 – Madison, WI @ The Sylvee
09/27 – Bridgeport, CT @ Soundside Music Festival
As the sun sets on another Coachella season, Japanese Breakfast remains a shining star, ready to shine even brighter across stages worldwide. Don’t miss your chance to catch her live on tour—tickets are already selling fast!
