List of indie festivals nationwide [2026]
There are countless music festivals across Japan, but this time we’ve gathered indie-focused festivals from all over the country! These fests are packed with up-and-coming, buzzworthy artists who are poised to break through.
Be sure to check them out.
- List of Rock Festivals in the Kanto Region [2026]
- List of rock festivals in Kansai [2026]
- List of Local Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- List of Idol Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- List of rock festival information in Western Japan [2026]
- List of Free-Admission Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- List of Rock Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- List of anime song festivals nationwide [2026]
- List of Rock Festivals in May [2026]
- November Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of music events, including autumn festivals and outdoor rock festivals
- Tokyo Music Festivals [2026]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- August Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of summer festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events
- List of Artist-Hosted Festivals Nationwide [2026]
Past events
Oita Dream-Colored Music FestivalSat 10/25 – Sun 10/26, Oita Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Oct 25–26, 2025 |
| place | Oita Prefecture, Oita City |
| Website | https://www.yumeon.jp/ |
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DElicious BUns FESTIVALSat 10/11–Mon 10/13, Aichi Prefecture
At the special stage in Hekinan Rinkai Park, Aichi Prefecture, the live event “DElicious BUns FESTIVAL,” commonly known as Debu Fes, hosted by LUCCI’s drummer Shin Nagasaki, is free to enter! In addition to featuring over 10 artists, we will also hold auditions and look forward to participation from a wide range of people.
| Schedule | Sat, Oct 11–Mon, Oct 13, 2025 |
| place | Rinku Beach, Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture / Special Stage |
| Website | http://debufes.bunsrecords.com/ |
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JUNE ROCK FESTIVALSat, Oct 11, Kanagawa Prefecture
An all-night rock festival held in June for those who can’t wait until summer! It’s a promising event curated by Jun Miura, a music TV producer and avid festival-goer, who has gathered artists he personally wants to see.
| Schedule | Saturday, October 11, 2025 |
| place | CLUB CITTA, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://junerockfes.com/ |
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MINAMI WHEELSat 10/11–Mon 10/13, Osaka Prefecture
It’s the biggest showcase live event in Minami, Osaka, brought to you by FM802! Concerts will take place across live houses throughout the Minami area. Whether you’re here to see your favorite artists or to discover new music, the choice is yours!
| Schedule | Sat, Oct 11–Mon, Oct 13, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City: ANIMA / AtlantiQs / BEYOND / BIGCAT / BRONZE / CLAPPER / club JOULE / club vijon / CONPASS / DROP / FANJ twice / FootRock & BEERS / hills Pan Koujou (Hills Bread Factory) / JANUS / OSAKA MUSE / OSAKA RUIDO / soma / SUNHALL / VARON / Namba Hatch |
| Website | http://minamiwheel.jp |
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Osaka AcoloadOct 6 (Mon) – 7 (Tue), Osaka Prefecture
It’s a circuit event held at live bars around Higashi-Shinsaibashi. As the title suggests, it focuses on acoustic performances, and you can relax and enjoy a variety of artists’ sets while having food and drinks at the bar.
| Schedule | Mon–Tue, Oct 6–7, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Higashi-Umeda AZYTATE |
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