Nepathya brought their Japan concert series to a stirring close in Osaka on Monday evening, delivering a vibrant two-hour set that blended folk-rock energy with heartfelt storytelling.

The performance at Zepp Osaka Bayside drew an enthusiastic crowd, echoing the strong musical reception the band enjoyed throughout their tour in Nagoya and Tokyo.

Nepathya also received a rare gesture of recognition from the venue which requested a signed message from the band to be placed on its ‘Wall of Fame’. The honour, typically reserved for artists who leave a lasting impression, will keep the Nepali folk-rock group symbolically present in the hall long after their departure.

Lauding it, Kiran Krishna Shrestha of Nepalaya, the band’s management, said that major venues around the world display framed messages from performers whose shows stand out for their quality and audience connection. “Thirteen years ago, Wembley Arena set a standard for Nepathya,” he said. “For a leading venue in Japan’s economic hub to recognise them in this way marks another milestone.”

The Osaka show mirrored the strong audience response seen in Nagoya and Tokyo earlier in the tour. Fans began filling the venue soon after doors opened at 5pm, cheering as the band appeared on stage and opening with "Ho Rama Rama". Throughout the two-hour set, lead vocalist Amrit Gurung interwove songs with reflections on Nepali culture, community and responsibility.

He encouraged the audience to stay connected to Nepal, to preserve the language and traditions of home, and to support children in need of education. Before performing Yo Zindagani, he urged listeners to uphold the country’s philanthropic social values, even from abroad.

As the concert progressed, the hall grew increasingly animated. "Gaun-Gaun Bata Utha" sent the crowd into a frenzy, while "Jogle Hunchha Bhet," "Resham" and "Taalko Paani" had both young and older fans singing and dancing together. The finale, "Rato Ra Chandra Surya," elevated the atmosphere even further.

Japanese attendees were also struck by the band’s style. Shigeki Okuyama noted the unusual level of interaction between performers and audience, and the blend of modern and traditional instruments.

Shila Dewan, a Nepali student in Osaka, described the experience as “astonishing”, with the crowd often singing louder than the performers.

On stage with Gurung were Dhruva Lama on drums, Subin Shakya on bass guitar, Niraj Gurung on guitar, Shanti Rayamajhi on madal and Dinesh Raj Regmi on keyboards.

With the Osaka performance completed, Nepathya has wrapped up its Japan tour for the year and is preparing to return to Nepal.