EDM Festivals Across Japan [2026]: A Roundup of Dance Music Events
The EDM scene, which could now be called mainstream overseas.
Its popularity in Japan is tremendous as well, and many EDM festivals are held across the country—from fun, pop dance music anyone can enjoy to core genres like house and techno.
In this article, we’ll introduce EDM festivals held nationwide.
This scene includes many events that originated abroad, and it’s not uncommon for big-name international DJs to visit Japan.
At the same time, there are DIY-style events featuring domestic DJs, so find the ones you like and join in!
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Past events
GMO SONICJan 17 (Sat) – 18 (Sun), Chiba Prefecture
This is a large-scale music event organized by GMO, an internet services company, and Creativeman, an event planning and production company. Embracing GMO’s catchphrase, “No.1 Service,” the event aims to become Japan’s No.1 music festival, with an appealing concept to match. The lineup features buzzworthy artists from a variety of genres, including dance music and rock—not only from Japan but also special guests from overseas. It promises to be a special experience that makes you feel as if you’re at an international event while staying in Japan.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Jan 17–18, 2026 |
| place | Makuhari Messe, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | https://sonic.gmo/ |
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MUTEK JPThu 11/20–Sun 11/23, Tokyo
MUTEK is a festival where you can enjoy electronic music and digital art that began in Montreal, Canada in 2000. It’s an international festival that has also taken place in Latin American countries such as Mexico and Brazil, and it was first held in Japan in 2016. Centered around Miraikan – The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation in Koto Ward, you can experience performances by artists gathered from around the world at various venues. After immersing yourself in art at Miraikan, a full-course experience awaits, with live houses keeping the party going until morning! If you have even the slightest interest in electronic music, be sure to check it out!
| Schedule | Thu, Nov 20, 2025 – Sun, Nov 23, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Shibuya City, WOMB / Spotify O-EAST / Shibuya Hikarie |
| Website | https://mutek.jp/ |
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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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Tokyo Halloween FestivalFri, Oct 31 – Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Friday, October 31, 2025 |
| place | Ota City, Tokyo, Zepp Haneda |
| Website | https://metropolisjapan.com/halloween-festival-2025/ |
DREAM FESTIVAL Oct 18 (Sat) – 19 (Sun), Chiba Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, Oct 18 – Sun, Oct 19, 2025 |
| place | Isumi District, Chiba Prefecture Camel Golf & Hotel Resort |
| Website | https://www.dreamfestival.online/ |
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