Domestic circuit events [2026] City festival list

IMPACT!X is a circuit-style event held across multiple venues in Sapporo. The lineup focuses on up-and-coming young artists who are steadily gaining popularity. One of the charms of circuit events is stumbling upon a band you didn’t know and becoming a fan by chance. Besides your must-see acts, you might have a wonderful encounter at a venue you wander into on a whim.

The alternative rock band NOISEMAKER will host a circuit festival in their hometown of Hokkaido. With a strong focus on the region, the event aims to showcase the appeal of Hokkaido nationwide while inviting great bands to perform there.

This event is held to pass down the lessons of the Great East Japan Earthquake to future generations, especially the message: “If a tsunami comes, evacuate to higher ground.” Since ancient times, festivals have been used as a way to preserve and convey important knowledge, and this event follows that tradition. On the day, participants will run to a hilltop, and the first through third finishers will be recognized as “Fukkō-otoko” (literally, “men of restored fortune”). There will also be plenty to enjoy, including live music, a talk session by a director from “How Do You Like Wednesday?” and free grilled Pacific saury.

This event was launched to reinvigorate Fukushima after the Great East Japan Earthquake and the nuclear accident led to a sharp decline due to harmful rumors. Held in a hot spring resort town, it’s an event you can fully enjoy—not only music, but also hot springs, food, and sightseeing. And since it takes place in a hot spring area, accommodation plans are available as well, so why not enjoy all that Iizaka Onsen has to offer?