The electronic music scene in Asia is booming, with female DJs leading the way by blending fresh sounds and cultural influences. In 2025, these talented women are making waves on global stages, from underground clubs to major festivals.
Here are the top 10 Asian female DJs actively performing this year, recognized for their skill, impact, and dynamic performances.
1. Peggy Gou
From South Korea, Peggy Gou is a global techno and house star. In 2025, she continues to headline big festivals like Coachella and Ibiza’s DC10. Known for her hit tracks like “(It Goes Like) Nanana” and her DJ Kicks mix, her sets combine techno with vibrant cultural flavors. Her June Boiler Room set in Seoul drew huge crowds, confirming her worldwide appeal.
2. DJ Soda (Hwang So-hee)
South Korea’s DJ Soda remains a top name in EDM. Since rising to fame in 2013, she keeps packed audiences dancing with her energetic sets. In 2025, she’s played festivals like Ultra Korea and S20 Songkran, and performed across Asia including Bangkok and Singapore. Her infectious energy and stage presence captivate fans everywhere.
3. Yaeji
Korean-American DJ Yaeji, based in Los Angeles, is known for mixing house, techno, and hip-hop with her dreamy vocals. In 2025, she’s on tour in North America with shows at Panorama Bar in Berlin and New York’s Avant Gardner. Her unique sound and storytelling through music keep her at the forefront of the scene.
4. TOKiMONSTA (Jennifer Lee)
Based in California, Korean-American TOKiMONSTA is celebrated for her soulful electronic beats. In 2025, she performs at festivals like Electric Forest and continues to release fresh tracks blending hip-hop and house. Her influence as a pioneer remains strong, with recent shows in Seoul and Tokyo drawing acclaim.
5. Risa Taniguchi
Japan’s Risa Taniguchi is making a name with her pounding acid techno. In 2025, she plays Tokyo’s famous clubs Vent and Womb, and international festivals like Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE). Supported by artists such as Amelie Lens, her dark and linear techno style sets her apart.
6. Licaxxx
Tokyo-based Licaxxx delivers versatile house and techno sets. In 2025, she performs at Japan’s Fuji Rock Festival and underground venues like Contact. Founder of Tokyo Community Radio, she recently showcased her vintage-inspired sound at a Paris underground event, gaining fans worldwide.
7. Closet Yi
Closet Yi from South Korea is rising fast with atmospheric techno sets inspired by nature. In 2025, she plays Seoul’s Faust club and released a guest mix for Mixmag Asia. Her music, released through Honey Badger Records, blends Korean heritage with modern electronic grooves.
8. Note Panayanggool (No-Tep)
Thailand’s No-Tep brings dark melodic techno and experimental house to festivals like Wonderfruit 2025 and clubs like Bangkok’s Mustache Club. Known for layering her own vocals and combining visual arts and sound healing, her performances are immersive and unique.
9. RONI
French-Malaysian DJ RONI, founder of Nehza Records, rocks techno and bass-heavy sets across Europe. In 2025, she performs at Rinse France and Berlin’s Tresor, with highlights including a Paris Fashion Week gig. Her style fuses rave culture, jungle, and breakbeats.
10. Nakadia
Thailand’s Nakadia is a techno titan, known for her pulsating, high-energy sets. In 2025, she’s a regular at global hotspots like Ibiza’s Amnesia and Berlin’s Berghain, with recent performances at Thailand’s Maya Music Festival in July 2025. Her journey from rural Thailand to international stages, coupled with releases on labels like Get Physical, makes her a beloved figure in the techno scene.
These Asian female DJs are reshaping the global electronic music scene with their fresh sounds, passion, and powerful performances. Their success breaks barriers and inspires a new generation of artists across the world.
