List of Artist-Hosted Festivals Nationwide [2026]

“Love sofa” is a regular event that musician Sunday Kamide has been running in Osaka since 2000, bearing the subtitle “A Greedy Sunday.” Fusing club culture with the energy of live houses for a single night, it’s a signature project that has launched countless artists from the Kansai indie scene. With multiple compilation CDs released, it also functions as a hub for local bands. At the January 2026 edition, a cross-generational lineup will intersect across genres.

The Niseko Music Recital is a classical music event held at Park Hyatt Niseko HANAZONO in Hokkaido. Artistic Director and violinist Richard Tognetti will deliver a live performance together with ensemble artists. After the performance, a cocktail party featuring canapés and drinks from Park Hyatt Niseko will be offered. The event will take place in January 2026.

The Choshi-born music festival “Umi sa Utau-be” is a handmade event by local youth, set at the former Choshi Municipal Dairoku Junior High School, which has been closed. Under the concept of “reviving the town with music through a festival [Sai-se],” it is run by an executive committee led by representative Teruki. In addition to live performances by artists selected through a public audition, a market featuring local food vendors will be held simultaneously. In January 2026, it will add a splash of musical color to Choshi’s winter.