Music Festivals in May [2026]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary

“Itsuseka” is a circuit-style event organized by Six Blitz in Kyoto. Steeped in DIY spirit, it’s held with the aim of energizing Kyoto’s music scene. They’re also recruiting volunteer staff, so joining behind the scenes could be a great option. As a circuit event, many shops and music spots serve as venues. “The world will always be…”—what words would you add after that?

Inspired by Tokushima’s historic music festival, the Tokushima Jazz Street, this Tokushima Rock Street—essentially the rock version of the Jazz Street—is a circuit-style festival that lets you freely move in and out of more than ten venues in downtown Tokushima. It’s a celebration where you can enjoy a wide range of music, from solo acoustic performances to full bands.

The concept of Mori, Michi, Ichiba is “space.” It is said to express both atmosphere and maai (sense of timing and distance). The event values the unique atmosphere and maai of people, nature, food, works, and music alike. Why not join to rediscover the appeal of not only music but also various creations and many other things?

It is a festival held in Tokyo, mainly featuring vendors from Southeast Asian countries. Cambodia hosts cultural celebrations, and the Laos Festival has been organized since 2007. It was established by a Japanese person who was captivated by Japan during a homestay in high school in 1996. The event takes place in the event area of Yoyogi Park.