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The American equivalent of performing at **Budokan** (Nippon Budokan, Tokyo) would likely be **Madison Square Garden (MSG) in New York City**. Both venues have a legendary status in their respective countries and are known for hosting iconic concerts, especially for rock and pop artists.
However, depending on the genre and context, other U.S. venues might also be considered equivalents:
- **Hollywood Bowl (Los Angeles, CA)** – Historic and prestigious, especially for classical and rock performances.
- **The Forum (Los Angeles, CA)** – A major venue for rock, pop, and hip-hop.
- **Red Rocks Amphitheatre (Colorado)** – A legendary outdoor venue known for its acoustics and iconic performances.
- **Carnegie Hall (New York, NY)** – If the focus is on classical or prestigious solo performances.
- **Grand Ole Opry (Nashville, TN)** – The country music equivalent.
If you’re referring to the cultural impact of playing Budokan as a defining career moment, **Madison Square Garden** remains the best comparison. Many artists, including The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and Taylor Swift, have treated MSG as a landmark in their careers—just like Cheap Trick, Bob Dylan, and Eric Clapton did with Budokan.
