List of Jazz Festivals in the Kanto Region [2026]
Music festivals aren’t just about rock! For jazz fans, jazz fests are held all over the country.
Especially in Tokyo and the surrounding area, there are numerous jazz festivals with unique personalities, and the easy access that lets you drop by on a whim is a big part of the appeal.
In this article, we’ll introduce a roundup of jazz festivals you can enjoy in the Kanto region.
The atmosphere and scale of the venues vary, so be sure to find the event that suits you best.
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- Tokyo Jazz Festival | Music Festival & Events
- Tokyo Music Festivals [2026]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- List of Jazz Festivals and Jazz Streets Across Japan [2026]
- Kanagawa Festival Calendar [2026]: Music Festivals and Outdoor Events Summary
- Chiba Festival Calendar [2026]: A Roundup of Music Festivals and Outdoor Events
- Saitama Festival Calendar [2026]: A roundup of music festivals and outdoor events
- [2026] Complete Guide to Summer Festivals in the Kanto Region: Music Festivals and Outdoor Festival Information
- Nishi-Tokyo Jazz Festival | Music Festival & Event
- Kawasaki Jazz | Music Festival & Events
- Kansai Jazz Festival List [2026]
- Complete Guide to Spring Festivals in the Kanto Region! Introducing Featured Artists and Venue Information [2026]
Past events
Ochanomizu Cultural FestivalSun, 11/30, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sunday, November 30, 2025 |
| place | 1-1 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo / Meiji University Surugadai Campus, Academy Hall |
| Website | http://www.jazzsai.com/index.html |
BONIN ISLAND JAZZThu, Nov 27 – Tue, Dec 2, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Thursday, November 27, 2025 – Tuesday, December 2, 2025 |
| place | Chichijima, Ogasawara Village, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.boninislandjazz.com/ |
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Sumida Street Jazz Festival in HikifuneSat, 11/22, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Saturday, November 22, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Management and Information Sciences Professional University |
| Website | https://www.hikifunejazz.com/ |
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Toride Jazz Festival Part 2Sat, Nov 22 — Ibaraki Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, November 22, 2025 |
| place | Ibaraki Prefecture, Toride City, Toride Civic Hall |
| Website | https://www.city.toride.ibaraki.jp/art/bunkakatsudo/bunkagejutsu/oshirase/jazz06p1.html |
SHONAN FUJISAWA JAZZ MEETING’Sat, Nov 8 — Kanagawa Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, November 8, 2025 |
| place | Kanagawa Prefecture, Fujisawa City, Sun Pearl Plaza / Sun Palette Plaza / North Exit Underground Plaza |
| Website | https://sfjm.info/ |
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JAZZDAY KASUKABE AUTUMNSat, Nov 8 — Saitama Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, November 8, 2025 |
| place | Chuocho No. 4 Park, Kasukabe City, Saitama Prefecture / Fureai Cube |
| Website | http://www.kasukabe-tmo.org/jazzday-kaisai.html |
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In conclusion
Jazz festivals held in the Kanto region offer a luxurious moment when even the very air of the city is infused with music. Check out the events that catch your eye and be sure to drop by. The music flowing from the stage is sure to gently recolor your everyday life.