Hyogo Music Festivals [2026]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary

COMING KOBE is a free-admission charity festival that conveys the legacy of the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake and promotes disaster preparedness through music. Set in Kobe’s Meriken Park under the theme “A token of gratitude from Kobe,” high-energy, rock-centered performances will resonate through the port city. Longtime regulars with Kansai ties such as ROTTENGRAFFTY, SHAKALABBITS, and KNOCK OUT MONKEY will appear, as the festival marks 31 years since the earthquake with its May 2026 edition.

“Spica Fes 2026” is a music event featuring the SAYO MUSIC & DANCE STAGE with eight artist groups active in and around Sayo Town. The venue is the outdoor special stage at the Star Shower Forest Music Hall (Spica Hall) in Sayo, offering an open, lawn-seating atmosphere. A diverse range of genres—including folk, bands, and dance—will gather, and food trucks will be on-site to heighten the festival vibe. Admission is free, and the event will be held on May 31, 2026.