[Held in 2026] Recommended music festivals: A roundup of outdoor festivals and major rock festivals you’ll want to attend at least once

Asagiri JAM is a festival held around the time when Mount Fuji sees its first snowfall of the season and the beautiful “Red Fuji” can be seen at dusk. It pays respect to the magnificent mountain and to the lush green Asagiri Plateau nurtured by local dairy farmers, setting music on the path of the sun and moon so everyone can drink, dance, and play together. The name Asagiri JAM doesn’t refer to a jam band; it’s a title that signifies musicians from all genres gathering to enjoy the event together. Rather than partying with music all through the night, true to the name CAMP IN, everyone enjoys music while camping—that’s “It’s a Beautiful Day ~ Camp in Asagiri Jam.”

LUNATIC FEST. is a rock festival hosted by LUNA SEA, commonly known as “Luna Fes.” Launched in 2015 to mark the 25th anniversary of LUNA SEA’s formation, it’s a star-studded event that brings together titans of Japan’s rock scene alongside highly skilled bands from the younger generation. Rock fans can experience an irresistible time as the entire venue is engulfed in searing excitement.

Kishidan Expo, organized by the rock band Kishidan, was first held as an outdoor festival in 2012. Set at Sodegaura Seaside Park in Chiba Prefecture, it grew into a major rock festival that drew 60,000 attendees in 2014. As the title suggests, the event is hosted by the rock band Kishidan, and its appeal lies in a remarkably diverse lineup—from rock bands and singer-songwriters to idol groups—allowing audiences to enjoy many popular acts all at once.