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.
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Past events
Ochanomizu Cultural FestivalSun, 11/30, Tokyo Metropolis
A festival held under the concepts of “giving back to the town of our alma mater” and “revitalizing Ochanomizu.” Quite renowned jazz musicians also perform. It’s a fantastic festival where you can fully immerse yourself in the world of jazz, so it’s sure to be a hit!
| Schedule | Sunday, November 30, 2025 |
| place | 1-1 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo / Meiji University Surugadai Campus, Academy Hall |
| Website | http://www.jazzsai.com/index.html |
Ronin Festival Tokyo PerformanceThu, Nov 27 — Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Thursday, November 27, 2025 |
| place | Daikanyama UNIT, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo |
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BONIN ISLAND JAZZThu, Nov 27 – Tue, Dec 2, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Thursday, November 27, 2025 – Tuesday, December 2, 2025 |
| place | Chichijima, Ogasawara Village, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.boninislandjazz.com/ |
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BONIN ISLNAD JAZZThu, Nov 27 – Tue, Dec 2, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Thursday, November 27, 2025 – Tuesday, December 2, 2025 |
| place | Ogasayama Park Festival Plaza, Ogasawara Village, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.boninislandjazz.com/ |
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Kabukicho Music ChronicleMon, 11/24, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Monday, November 24, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Shinjuku City, Zepp Shinjuku / Shinjuku LOFT HALL / Shinjuku LOFT BAR / Shinjuku MARZ / Shinjuku Marble / Shinjuku HOLIDAY / Shinjuku motion / Shinjuku WALLY / Zirco Tokyo / Shinjuku ACB |
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Cajon Festival HAKO FES TokyoMon, 11/24, Tokyo Metropolis
HAKO FES is a festival filled with cajóns that began in 2013. With each passing year, the venues have grown larger, and this year it’s scheduled to take place in Kobe, Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya, and Tokyo. In addition to performances by cajón players, there will also be talk sessions by cajón craftsmen, making it truly a day immersed in all things cajón.
| Schedule | Monday, November 24, 2025 |
| place | Shibuya duo MUSIC EXCHANGE, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo |
| Website | https://hakofes.com/ |
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ap park fesSun, 11/23, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sunday, November 23, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolitan Area, Toshima City, Ikebukuro West Gate Park Outdoor Theater |
| Website | https://soysfactory.jimdofree.com/ |
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