List of indie festivals nationwide [2026]

This is a circuit-style festival held at live music venues in Kobe, hosted by Arukara, a four-piece rock band from Kobe. Around 60 artists are scheduled to perform each year. You won’t want to take your eyes off Neko Fes, which has finally established itself as a staple circuit festival in the Kansai region.

Borofesta is held at Kyoto KBS Hall—whose stained glass behind the stage is truly striking—and at the live music venue METRO. Organized entirely as a D.I.Y. festival by an executive committee made up of people working in music, such as live house staff and band members, along with many volunteer staff, Borofesta offers a wealth of perspectives unique to a D.I.Y. festival and enjoyment you won’t find at other events.

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.

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.

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!