[2026] Must-Know Information on Music Festivals and Outdoor Events in the Koshinetsu and Hokuriku Regions
The Koshinetsu and Hokuriku regions are home to expansive, majestic mountains and crystal-clear skies.
Music festivals held here are drawing attention as special experiences where great outdoors and music intertwine.
In addition to performances by renowned artists, these events are packed with attractions like delicious local cuisine, hot springs, and camping unique to this area.
Savor blissful moments as you take in the grand scenery, wrapped in a pleasant breeze and the best music.
Use this article to help create wonderful memories with friends and family.
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Nagano Prefecture
Mori-no-Taki Music FestivalSaturday, 8/29, Nagano Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, August 29, 2026 |
| place | GREEN SOX TATESHINA, 8620-4 Kitayama, Chino-shi, Nagano Prefecture |
MADARAO JAZZAug 29 (Sat)–30 (Sun), Nagano Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday–Sunday, August 29–30, 2026 |
| place | Madarao Kogen, Nagano Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.madaraojazz.com/ |
| SNS |
Takabocchi FESSat, Sep 5 - Nagano Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, September 5, 2026 |
| place | Nagano Prefecture, Shiojiri City, Takabocchi Plateau Grass Horse Racing Track |
Nagano Aniella FestaSat 9/19–Sun 9/20, Nagano Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, Sep 19–Sun, Sep 20, 2026 |
| place | Komaba Park, Saku City, Nagano Prefecture |
| Website | https://aniera-festa.com/ |
| SNS |
Hyvä Music FestivalSunday, 10/11, Nagano Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, October 11, 2026 |
| place | Shinshu International Music Village, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture |
| SNS |
Toyama Prefecture
ONE FES -imizu music festival-May 3 (Sun) – 4 (Mon), Toyama Prefecture
This open-air music festival from Toyama was named by combining the “wan” of Toyama Bay with the desire to create “the place in the prefecture that gathers the most smiles and love.” Set in Imizu City’s Kaiwomaru Park—one of the prefecture’s premier locations with views of the Shinminato Bridge, the sailing ship Kaiwomaru, and the towering Tateyama Mountain Range—local volunteers continue to hold the event to contribute to the community through music and food. A hallmark of the festival is its family-friendly focus, with nursing rooms, diaper-changing stations, and play areas for children. It will be held over two days during Golden Week in 2026.

| Schedule | Sun, May 3, 2026 – Mon, May 4, 2026 |
| place | Kaiōmaru Park, 8 Kaiōmachi, Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture |
| Appearance | [5/3] Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai / The Bawdies / Su-Xing-Cyu / Dragon Ash / Nanchiku globe (Soft-style globe) / Harukamirai / Backdrop Cinderella / FOMARE / 04 Limited Sazabys / HEY-SMITH / MAN WITH A MISSION [5/4] ACIDMAN / Kaela Kimura / Kyuso Nekokami / SHANK / The Ravens / G-FREAK FACTORY / Hump Back / PUFFY / FUNKY MONKEY BABYS / BLUE ENCOUNT / muque |
| Website | https://one-fes.jp/ |
| SNS |
Sarukurayama FestivalSunday, 5/24, Toyama Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, May 24, 2026 |
| place | Shibafu Lawn Plaza, Sarukurayama Forest Park, Funakura 46, Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture |


