Kansai Music Festivals [2026]: Spotlight on Must-See Outdoor Fests & Events

Music Festival Master / Editor-in-ChiefHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC and in charge of music festivals. When I attended my first music festival as a freshman in college, I was captivated by its charm—“I can’t believe there’s a place this free and this fun.” I share information about wonderful music festivals every day to help grow the community of festival fans.
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

Live performances resonating from vast outdoor stages, the electric energy created by artists and fans as one, and making memories with friends.

This year, a variety of unique music festivals will once again be held across the Kansai region.

In these special spaces where diverse genres—rock, pop, jazz, and more—intertwine, why not experience irreplaceable moments of excitement?

In this article, we introduce standout outdoor festivals and event information.

Past events

Tango Night MarketMon, Aug 11 – Kyoto Prefecture

Schedule	Monday, August 11, 2025
place	Kotohira Shrine, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture
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SIVELWARSSun, Aug 10 – Shiga Prefecture

sivelwars.com

It’s an event overflowing with love for Shigaraki, designed to help more people discover it. This is a completely free-admission festival. A wide variety of people with ties to Shiga—including artists, performers, and vendors—will be appearing. Since admission is free, why not take this opportunity to visit Shigaraki at least once?

Schedule	Sun, Aug 10, 2025
place	Shiga Prefecture, Koka City, Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park
Website	http://sivelwars.com
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PUNK THIS TOWNSat, 8/9, Osaka Prefecture

punkthistown.com

This is an outdoor festival hosted by THE SKIPPERS, a three-piece rock band from Osaka. Its appeal lies in a wide-ranging lineup, from their longtime allies to up-and-coming young bands with strong momentum. The event began in 2017 to mark their 15th anniversary.

Schedule	Saturday, August 9, 2025
place	Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Osaka GORILLA HALL
Website	http://punkthistown.com/
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SansuijinSat 8/9–Mon 8/18 Shiga Prefecture

yamauto.net

Held in Shiga Prefecture with the concept “Laugh, Dance, Learn, and Talk till Dawn!”, the festival Sansuijin is a gathering for nature lovers, featuring amenities like auto-campsites. The venue, Kusuki Harihatagō/Ikusugi, is a sacred place where local people have protected the forests and water for generations. It’s a festival where you can enjoy both the event and playful time in nature—so be sure to check it out.

Schedule	Sat, Aug 9, 2025 – Mon, Aug 18, 2025
place	Shiga Prefecture, Takashima City, Kutsuki Ikusugi, Sansuito Ecovillage
Website	https://yamauto.net/
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Heisei DemocrassicSun, Aug 3 – Osaka Prefecture

http://www.sound-c.co.jp

Schedule	Sunday, August 3, 2025
place	Osaka Prefecture, Suita City, Yamato University, Yamato Arena
Website	https://www.sound-c.co.jp/schedule/detail/9439/

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TETORA presents KAKUSHIN CLUBSat, Aug 2, Osaka Prefecture

http://www.tetoraosaka.com

Schedule	Saturday, August 2, 2025
place	Osaka Prefecture, Suita City, Yamato University, Yamato Arena & Gymnasium
Website	https://www.tetoraosaka.com/news/6f3155df-ad28-4000-bd52-2a35cbcf9b8a
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HIGHEST MOUNTAINAug 2 (Sat) – 3 (Sun), Osaka Prefecture

http://www.highestmountain.jp

An irresistible festival for reggae music lovers No.

Isn't it number 1? The event is hosted by MIGHTY JAM ROCK! Let's enjoy the summer at this festival that's guaranteed to get you hyped! It's held at the Osaka Castle Outdoor Concert Hall, which is super easy to access!

Schedule	Sat, Aug 2–Sun, Aug 3, 2025
place	Hattori Ryokuchi Open-Air Music Hall, Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Website	https://www.highestmountain.jp/
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