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
Tokyo Metropolis
WINTER JAZZFEST TOKYOSat, Feb 7 – Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Saturday, February 7, 2026 |
| place | WWWX, Shibuya City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.eight-islands.com/winter-jazzfest-tokyo2026 |
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JAZZ & SOUL UNBOUNDSunday, 2/15, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sunday, February 15, 2026 |
| place | Ginza BASE GRANBELL, Chuo City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://unbound-jazz-tokyo.com/ |
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Millennial JAZZ TOKYOThu, Mar 19 — Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Thursday, March 19, 2026 |
| place | COTTON CLUB, Chiyoda City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://edojazz.jp/millennial-jazz/ |
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EBISU Bloomin’ JAZZ GARDENMay 8 (Fri) – 10 (Sun), Tokyo
| Schedule | Fri, May 8–Sun, May 10, 2026 |
| place | Meguro City, Tokyo, Ebisu Garden Place |
| Website | https://jazzgarden.jp |
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JAZZ ART SengawaThu 11/5 – Sun 11/8, Tokyo
Under the concept that seems to embody jazz—“Three Days of Communication: Music Nurtures the Power of Life”—this event spotlights cutting-edge performers, focusing on highly creative, avant-garde music and art performances. Centered at Sengawa Theater, it features numerous musicians active both in Japan and abroad, including many international artists. We present a one-of-a-kind lineup you can only experience here and now. Don’t just enjoy the music—come feel the jam session between people themselves.
| Schedule | Thu, Nov 5–Sun, Nov 8, 2026 |
| place | Sengawa Theater, Chofu City, Tokyo |
| Website | http://www.jazzartsengawa.net/ |
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Kanagawa Prefecture
Motosumiyoshi Music FestivalKanagawa Prefecture on Saturday, 4/25
| Schedule | Saturday, April 25, 2026 |
| place | Kawasaki City International Exchange Center Hall, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.ongakunomachi.jp/event/36360/ |
Ibaraki Prefecture
LuckyFesSat 8/8–Tue 8/11, Ibaraki Prefecture
As a new festival organized by Ibaraki Broadcasting, the LuckyFM Green Festival has been held since 2022. Following the relocation of the ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL, the event has adopted the motto “Don’t let the flame of Ibaraki’s festival culture go out,” and has been reimagined with a new concept as a celebration of music, food, and art at its venue, Hitachi Seaside Park. Featuring local ingredients and a wide range of art and music genres, it’s also recommended as a family-friendly event. It’s sure to become one of your favorite summer memories!
| Schedule | Sat, Aug 8, 2026 – Tue, Aug 11, 2026 |
| place | Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Hitachi Seaside Park (National Government Park) |
| Website | https://luckyfes.com/ |
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