Domestic circuit events [2026] City festival list
When it comes to circuit events, they’re not just about music—they can also center on food and visuals, and they often become citywide festivals that make use of the whole town: not only music venues like halls and live houses, but also restaurants, temples and shrines, warehouses, and even streets.
Their appeal lies in the way you can take in the area’s history and culture all at once.
This year as well, circuit events and city festivals are being held all over the country, and they’ve taken root as a solid music culture that goes beyond short-lived trends like the outdoor and DIY booms.
Here’s a roundup of domestic circuit events and music festivals held around town.
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- November Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of music events, including autumn festivals and outdoor rock festivals
- March Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of music events such as spring festivals and outdoor rock festivals
- October Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of fall festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events
- January Music Festivals [2026]: Winter Fests, Outdoor Live Shows, and a Roundup of New Year Music Events
- August Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of summer festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events
- June Music Festivals [2026] Outdoor Festivals & Events Summary
- February Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of winter festivals, outdoor rock festivals, and other music events
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- July Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of summer festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events
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Past events
Shibuya Entertainment FestSun, Nov 2, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sunday, November 2, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Shibuya Ward: DJ Bar & Lounge WREP / DJ Bar Bridge / Enter / HARLEM / MIYASHITA PARK OR / R Lounge / RUBY ROOM / TK NIGHTCLUB / WOMB |
| Website | https://sef.tokyo |
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Wind Rhythm CircuitNov 2 (Sun) – 3 (Mon), Niigata Prefecture
| Schedule | Nov 2 (Sun)–3 (Mon), 2025 |
| place | Niigata Prefecture, Niigata City, Niigata GOLDEN PIGS RED STAGE |
| Website | https://kazenorhythm.thefam.jp/ |
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Yokosuka Tomodachi JazzNov 2 (Sun) – 3 (Mon), Kanagawa Prefecture
This is a city jazz event that makes the most of Yokosuka’s character as an international city—home to a naval port, surrounded by the sea, and with many foreign residents. With the aim of bringing everyone together in a friendly atmosphere while listening to music, it’s a music festival where participants can get excited as one through music, the common language that transcends borders.
| Schedule | Nov 2 (Sun)–3 (Mon), 2025 |
| place | 2-25, Wakamatsu-cho, Suka City, Kanagawa Prefecture / Yokosuka-Chuo Station / Nearby venues |
| Website | https://tomodachi-jazz.org/2024/ |
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Autumn YOIMACHISun, Nov 2, Tokyo Metropolis
A circuit-style event held in Ōtsuka, Tokyo. It’s a famed annual showcase where a wide range of edgy, offbeat artists—from up-and-comers to seasoned veterans—take the stage! As you can see from the lineup, there are plenty of unique and quirky names, spanning everything from rock bands to idol groups. Spend a full day roaming multiple venues across Ōtsuka, a Tokyo neighborhood with a distinctly unusual vibe, from morning till night! Tickets are inexpensive, so if you’re nearby, don’t miss it!
| Schedule | Sunday, November 2, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Toshima City: Live House Hearts+, Live House Hearts Next, MEETS, Otsuka Kinen-yu (Otsuka Memorial Bathhouse), Menya Ibusuke |
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KNOCKOUT FESSun, Nov 2, Tokyo Metropolis
A circuit event hosted by Shimokitazawa MOSAiC, SHIMOKITAZAWA KNOCKOUT FES. Artists expected to be the next breakout acts come together for simultaneous live performances. The venues are seven live houses and live bars around Shimokitazawa. Enjoy a full day of the event while soaking in Shimokitazawa’s stylish atmosphere.
| Schedule | Sunday, November 2, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis Setagaya City MOSAiC / SHELTER / CLUB 251 / Shangri-La / DaisyBar / RéG / WAVER / Chikamatsu / DY CUBE / LIVEHOLIC / |
| Website | http://knockoutfes.com/ |
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MIYA JAZZ INNNov 1 (Sat) – 2 (Sun), Tochigi Prefecture
MIYA JAZZ INN is a jazz event that attracts over 100,000 attendees every year! It aims to showcase Utsunomiya—the city of jazz—both inside and outside the region, promote culture across Japan, and revitalize the city. Many of Utsunomiya’s specialty products are also on display, making it an event that promotes the city in a comprehensive way!
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 1–Sun, Nov 2, 2025 |
| place | Orion Citizens' Plaza, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture / multiple other venues |
| Website | http://miyajazz.jp |
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TORI ROCK FESTIVALSat, Nov 1 — Tokyo Metropolis
A circuit-style music event held across four live venues: Shimokitazawa GARDEN, Shimokitazawa Daisy Bar, Shimokitazawa SHELTER, and Shimokitazawa CLUB Que. As it’s an event hosted by up-and-coming bands popular with young people, it may well become an event that represents the future of the rock scene.
| Schedule | Saturday, November 1, 2025 |
| place | Toyosu PIT, Koto City, Tokyo |
| Website | http://kotori-band.com/ |
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