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

Introducing popular music festivals you’ve got to visit at least once! From Japan’s four big festivals to major year-end countdown events, we’ve picked out the most popular and classic gatherings.

You’ll also find plenty of genre-focused events—rock, jazz, reggae, hip-hop, and more.

Whether you’re a festival regular or attending for the first time, you’re sure to discover a festival that’s perfect for you.

If you’re wondering, “Which festival should I go to this year?” be sure to use this article as a guide!

August

LuckyFesSat 8/8–Tue 8/11, Ibaraki Prefecture

ScheduleSat, Aug 8, 2026 – Tue, Aug 11, 2026
placeHitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Hitachi Seaside Park (National Government Park)
Appearance[8/8] Nanase Aikawa / Huwie Ishizaki / Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai / AKB48 / Kishidan / Kyary Pamyu Pamyu / Klang Ruler / Golden Bomber / Shinako / SWEET STEADY / Chonōryoku Senshi Dorian (Supernatural Power Warrior Dorian) / Novelbright / FRUITS ZIPPER / and more / [8/9] Haruna Aoki / CANDY TUNE / CUTIE STREET / Takane no Nadeshiko / Ai Tomioka / NiziU / Phantom Theta / BABYMETAL / Polkadot Stingray / MyGO!!!!! / MORE STAR / Liella! / RAISE A SUILEN / and more / [8/10] Aile The Shota / ANGERME / Iginari Tohoku-san / Masayoshi Oishi / Kaori Kishitani / CLAN QUEEN / Chevon / Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku / Airi Suzuki / Chogakusei / Tsubaki Factory / TOOBOE / NELKE / NOMELON NOLEMON / FLOW / muque / Mega Shinnosuke / “Yuika” / and more / [8/11] ALI / Maki Ooguro / GADORO / THE BACK HORN / Wednesday Campanella / t-Ace / Dragon Ash / Noshishi / Novel Core / Harami-chan / Broken my toybox / MAN WITH A MISSION / MONKEY MAJIK / yama / Retroliron / and more
Websitehttps://luckyfes.com/
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RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL in EZOFri, Aug 14 — Hokkaido

ScheduleFriday, August 14, 2026
placeHokkaido, Otaru City, Outdoor Special Stage next to Tarukawa Wharf, Ishikari Bay New Port
Websitehttp://rsr.wess.co.jp
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SUMMER SONICAug 14 (Fri)–16 (Sun), Chiba Prefecture

ScheduleFri, Aug 14–Sun, Aug 16, 2026
placeChiba Prefecture, Chiba City, ZOZO Marine Stadium / Makuhari Messe
Appearance[8/14] The Strokes / BUMP OF CHICKEN / JENNIE (BLACKPINK) / FKA twigs / Kasabian / Keshi / AiNA THE END / Audrey Nuna / BABYMONSTER / Cardinals / Chappell Roan / Dermot Kennedy / Florence Road / Holly Humberstone / Jade / Kodaline / Macaroni Empitsu / PiXXiE / Wisp / Zebrahead / QUEEN BEE / [8/15] Ado / David Byrne / Alex Warren / BE:FIRST / Sakanaction / Steve Lacy / Suede / Cornelius / DESTIN CONRAD / Elmiine / Father Of Peace / Good Neighbours / Hitsujibungaku / Jon Spencer / MAZZEL / Midnight Til Morning / Pretty bleak / Saucy Dog / SB19 / Viagra Boys / Carin León (BEACH STAGE Curator) / Latin Mafia / Paloma Mami / [8/16] L’Arc-en-Ciel / Jamiroquai / BABYMETAL (SONIC “METAL” STAGE Curator) / LE SSERAFIM / mgk / Pentatonix / Suchmos / Ave Mujica / BAND-MAID / Boy Soda / Chilli Beans. / .ENDRECHERI. / Tatsuya Kitani / Nectar Wood / Pendulum / Siiiku / South Arcade / The Warning / and more
Websitehttp://www.summersonic.com
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SUMMER SONICFri 8/14–Sun 8/16, Osaka Prefecture

ScheduleFri, Aug 14–Sun, Aug 16, 2026
placeExpo ’70 Commemorative Park, Suita City, Osaka Prefecture
Appearance[8/14] L’Arc-en-Ciel / Jamiroquai / BABYMETAL (SONIC “METAL” STAGE Curator) / LE SSERAFIM / mgk / Pentatonix / Ave Mujica / Boy Soda / Carin León / Chilli Beans. / .ENDRECHERI. / Tatsuya Kitani / Nectar Wood / Pendulum / Ciqu / South Arcade / The Warning / [8/15] The Strokes / FKA twigs / Kasabian / Keshi / Ainā The End / Audrey Nuna / Cardinals / Chloé Kisha / Dermot Kennedy / Florence Road / Holly Humberstone / Jade / Kodaline / Macaroni Enpitsu / Wisp / Zebrahead / [8/16] Ado / David Byrne / JENNIE (BLACKPINK) / Alex Warren / Sakanaction / Steve Lacy / Suede / Cornelius / Destin Conrad / Elmeen / Father Of Peace / Good Neighbours / Hitsujibungaku / Jon Spencer / MAZZEL / Pretty bleak / Saucy Dog / Viagra Boys / and more
Websitehttp://www.summersonic.com
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WILD BUNCH FEST.Fri 8/21–Sun 8/23, Yamaguchi Prefecture

ScheduleFri, Aug 21–Sun, Aug 23, 2026
placeYamaguchi Prefecture, Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Kirara Expo Memorial Park
Websitehttps://www.wildbunchfest.jp/
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MONSTER baSHKagawa Prefecture, Sat 8/22 – Sun 8/23

ScheduleSaturday–Sunday, August 22–23, 2026
placeKagawa Prefecture, Mannō Town, Nakatado District, Yoshino 4243-12, Sanuki Mannō National Park
Websitehttp://www.monsterbash.jp
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SWEET LOVE SHOWERFri 8/28–Sun 8/30, Yamanashi Prefecture

ScheduleFri, Aug 28–Sun, Aug 30, 2026
placeYamanashi Prefecture, Minamitsuru District, Yamanakako Communication Plaza Kirara
Appearance[8/28] Aimyon / OddRe: / CLAN QUEEN / Creepy Nuts / Kroi / Chevon / Harukamirai / 04 Limited Sazabys / HEY-SMITH / THE BAWDIES / Meiyo Densetsu (Honorary Legend) / Yabai T-Shirts Yasan / luv / and more / [8/29] ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION / kurayamisaka / STUTS / sumika / Daichi Yamamoto / Tele / Trooper Salute / Hitsujibungaku / Frederic / MAN WITH A MISSION / Remioromen / Rol3ert / WANIMA / and more / [8/30] Aina the End / Aooo / CreepHyp / Sambomaster / This is LAST / 10-FEET / TRACK15 / Vaundy / My Hair is Bad / Macaroni Empitsu / MON7A / Rekishi VS Osharekishi / Retororiron / and more
Websitehttp://www.sweetloveshower.com
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