November Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of music events, including autumn festivals and outdoor rock festivals
In this article, we’ll introduce music festivals happening nationwide in November all at once.
You might not associate November with music festivals, but since many days are comfortably mild during the daytime, it’s actually a surprisingly good time to go!
Events of all sizes are held across the country, so please take a look through this article and consider joining any that catch your eye.
In particular, among the local events held in regional areas, there are many unique festivals where you can even enjoy hot springs and saunas—so be sure to check them out.
November
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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MONGOL800 ga FESTIVAL What a Wonderful World!!Sat 11/7–Sun 11/8, Okinawa Prefecture
https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ1bkTCE_JgThis is a festival hosted by MONGOL800, the Okinawan artists behind nationwide hit songs! And of course, it’s held in Okinawa! The lineup is insanely good. It’s shaping up to be an amazing music event where you can enjoy live performances surrounded by Okinawa’s beautiful seas and nature.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Nov 7–8, 2026 |
| place | Special venue at Ginowan Tropical Beach, Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture |
| Website | http://www800.asia |
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TRUE NORTH FESTIVALSunday, 11/22, Tokyo Metropolis
https://x.com/CrystalLake777/status/2015726464780652695TRUE NORTH FESTIVAL, hosted by Tokyo hardcore band Crystal Lake, who tour the world. Bands connected to Crystal Lake will gather at Shin-Kiba Studio Coast. The lineup is packed with acts only they could bring together: up-and-coming bands who won the audition, energetic domestic bands, hardcore bands that have shaped the scene since Crystal Lake’s early days, and top-tier metal bands from overseas.
| Schedule | Sunday, November 22, 2026 |
| place | STUDIO COAST, Koto City, Tokyo |
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MASTERPIECEGifu Prefecture, Sat 11/28–Sun 11/29
https://x.com/MP_GIFU/status/2002733372414857587| Schedule | Saturday–Sunday, November 28–29, 2026 |
| place | Gifu Prefecture, Gifu City Cultural Center |
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