Spring music festival to be held in western Japan [2026]

This event celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Tor Road Acoustic Festival, which began with the goal of “creating opportunities for people to casually engage with music.” The area covered will be larger than ever, and the lineup of participating artists is more impressive too! The festival will be buzzing with a range of genres, from solo acoustic performances and bands to DJ sets, offering many ways to enjoy the music. Some participating food and drink establishments will offer special services when you show the dedicated pass, so you can fully enjoy the entire town—from dining to shopping!

Many people recognize Ashiya as an upscale residential area, but it also boasts numerous tourist attractions. It is a quiet town surrounded by nature—the mountains, river, and sea. You won’t want to miss the jazz festival held in such a wonderful setting.

A new festival is being born in Kobe, a historic port city that has long shared diverse cultures with the world. From Meriken Park—where you can feel the pleasant sea breeze—the concept is to enjoy cruising through culture: music, art, fashion, delicious food, and more. It’s exciting to imagine what kinds of performances and experiences await. The venue is open-air, so with everyone’s cooperation to avoid crowding, it should be possible to enjoy the event safely. Why not refresh your mind by engaging all five senses?

The Kobe Shinkaichi Music Festival emphasizes that it is a “community music festival,” created with the hope that people who love music and festivals will take part, and that both performers and audiences will enjoy themselves. For two days, the streets of Shinkaichi are immersed in music—why not join in too?