Tokyo Music Festivals [2026]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of music festivals taking place in Tokyo.
As Japan’s central hub, Tokyo hosts an incredible variety of music events of all sizes and genres throughout the year.
In addition to major festivals that draw popular artists from Japan and abroad, there are also plenty of smaller, handmade events that radiate a warm, personal touch.
The musical spectrum is just as diverse—rock, jazz, hip-hop, reggae, anime songs, and even club music.
You’re sure to find an event that makes you think, “I want to go!” so use this article to discover the ones that really speak to you.
Tokyo Metropolis
Earth Day TokyoTokyo, Sat 4/18–Sun 4/19
Earth Day has been held as a global festival in 175 countries, promoting a zero-waste approach while inviting everyone to think together about the planet’s future. Since 2001, Earth Day Tokyo has taken place in Yoyogi Park, with the aim of creating a space where people can reflect on what they can do for the Earth through live music, talk shows, and shopping, while fostering mutual respect. It’s a family-friendly festival featuring not only music but also a wide variety of food vendors and shops closely connected to everyday living.
| Schedule | April 18 (Sat)–19 (Sun), 2026 |
| place | Yoyogi Park, Shibuya City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.earthday-tokyo.org/ |
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MCMCSunday, April 19 — Tokyo Metropolis
https://x.com/mottomusic_/status/2009580907079041165| Schedule | Sunday, April 19, 2026 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Shinjuku Ward, Zepp Shinjuku |
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JAZZ AUDITORIA in WATERRASFri 4/24 – Sun 4/26, Tokyo
JAZZ AUDITORIA, organized by Blue Note Tokyo—a jazz club where numerous top artists perform—will be held with free admission to make it easier and more accessible for people who love music to enjoy live music outdoors with their families and friends.
| Schedule | Fri, Apr 24–Sun, Apr 26, 2026 |
| place | WATERRAS Plaza, Chiyoda City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.jazzauditoria.com/ |
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Aloha Hawaiian FestivalTokyo, Saturday–Sunday, April 25–26
| Schedule | Saturday–Sunday, April 25–26, 2026 |
| place | Tachikawa City, Tokyo — GREEN SPRINGS |
| Website | https://tachihi100.jp/aloha/ |
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JAM FESTokyo, Wed 4/29 – Wed 5/6
https://x.com/nishieifukuJAM/status/2023004391851106504JAM FES is an event held at Nishi-Eifuku JAM in Tokyo. It’s a small live house with a capacity of 250 people, but you can enjoy a full day packed with live performances. One of the charms of events like this is that, in addition to the artists you came to see, you might stumble upon a performance you happen to catch and find it really good!
| Schedule | Wednesday, April 29, 2026 – Wednesday, May 6, 2026 |
| place | Nishieifuku JAM, Suginami City, Tokyo |
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TOKYO M.A.P.SSat 5/2–Sun 5/3, Tokyo
TOKYO M.A.P.S is a free admission event. It is hosted by J-WAVE and Roppongi Hills. This comprehensive event showcases a variety of expressions, including music, art, and performance. Each year, a program organizer is invited, and the event is held according to that year’s theme.
| Schedule | Sat, May 2–Sun, May 3, 2026 |
| place | Roppongi Hills Arena, Minato City, Tokyo |
| Website | http://www.tokyomaps.jp |
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Kichijoji Music FestivalMay 3 (Sun) – 5 (Tue), Tokyo
At the Spar Stage in front of Kichijoji Station, free live shows are held, and various performances take place at Inokashira Park and Musashino Public Hall. In addition, independently organized events at individual shops around Kichijoji and the Kichion Contest are held, making the entire town of Kichijoji overflow with music throughout the period.
| Schedule | Sun, May 3–Tue, May 5, 2026 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Musashino City, Kichijoji Station North Exit Plaza |
| Website | https://www.kichion.com/2026/ |
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