List of Jazz Festivals and Jazz Streets Across Japan [2026]
From songs with light, breezy melodies and tempos to pieces that overwhelm you with blazing performance techniques, the appeal of jazz is truly profound.
Here, we introduce a nationwide list of jazz festivals and JAZZ street events.
If you’re new to jazz, why not start by checking out an event being held near you?
We hope you find this helpful.
- List of Jazz Festivals in the Kanto Region [2026]
- Jazz Festivals in Eastern Japan [2026] JAZZ Street List
- West Japan Jazz Festivals [2026] JAZZ Street List
- Tokai Jazz Festival List [2026]
- Kansai Jazz Festival List [2026]
- List of Jazz Festivals in Hokuriku and Koshinetsu [2026]
- List of Jazz Festivals in Chugoku and Shikoku [2026]
- List of Free-Admission Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- List of Jazz Festivals in Kyushu and Okinawa [2026]
- List of Local Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- Tokyo Music Festivals [2026]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- Nagano Music Festivals [2026] Outdoor Festivals and Events Roundup
- Tokyo Jazz Festival | Music Festival & Events
Osaka Prefecture
Takatsuki Jazz StreetMay 3 (Sun)–4 (Mon), Osaka Prefecture
As its name suggests, the Takatsuki Jazz Street is a citywide jazz festival; last year, performances took place at over 50 venues around Hankyu Takatsuki-shi Station and JR Takatsuki Station. Events like this, with stages scattered throughout the city, fill every corner with music and create a delightful sense of stepping out of the everyday. Another big draw is that admission is free, making it easy to join in.
| Schedule | Sun, May 3, 2026 – Mon, May 4, 2026 |
| place | Around Hankyu Takatsuki-shi Station and JR Takatsuki Station, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.0726.info |
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Gypsy Jazz Festival in OsakaSat 5/9 – Sun 5/10, Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, May 9–10, 2026 |
| place | Hattori Ryokuchi Open-Air Concert Hall, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://cabbageburdock.com/live/hasegawa-hikari-presents-gypsy-jazz-festival-in-osaka-2025/ |
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Jazz & Heritage: Jazz and Toyotomi’s Stone WallsSunday, May 17, Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, May 17, 2026 |
| place | Osaka-jō Hall (Osaka Castle Music Hall), Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://jazz-heritage.com/ |
Hyogo Prefecture
KOBE JAZZ DAYSun, 4/5 Hyogo Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, April 5, 2026 |
| place | In front of the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Kobe Branch, Former Foreign Settlement, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture |
| Website | https://jazztownkobe.jp/yearlyevent/kobe-jazz-day-2026-%e3%80%80%e6%97%a7%e5%b1%85%e7%95%99%e5%9c%b0%e3%82%b3%e3%83%b3%e3%82%b5%e3%83%bc%e3%83%88/ |
Ashiya Jazz FestivalTue, 5/5 Hyogo Prefecture
Many people recognize Ashiya as an upscale residential area, but it also boasts numerous tourist attractions. It is a quiet town surrounded by nature—the mountains, river, and sea. You won’t want to miss the jazz festival held in such a wonderful setting.
| Schedule | Tuesday, May 5, 2026 |
| place | 1 Funadocho, Ashiya City, Hyogo / Around JR Ashiya Station |
| Website | http://www.ashiya-jazz.info/ |
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