Tokyo Music Festivals [2026]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary

This is an event held around the north exit of JR Nakano Station. It’s a festival centered on Shiki-no-Mori Park, and on the same day another event, the Nakano Minami-guchi Waiwai Festival, takes place around the south exit of JR Nakano Station. A highlight of the north exit is the setup of a skateboard park.

This is an event held around the south exit of JR Nakano Station. On this day, there’s also an event at the north exit of the same station, so why not enjoy both at the same time? At the Minami-guchi Waiwai Festival, you can enjoy performances by many artists on stage. It’s especially recommended for music lovers.

@JAM, which began with its predecessor event WotaJAM and has been sharing a variety of Japanese cultural phenomena—centered on idols and spanning anime, Vocaloid, and more—and Idol Yokocho, which started as a goods shop in Akihabara, both celebrate the 10th anniversary of their inaugural events in 2021. To commemorate this, the Akihabara Idol Circuit will be held as a collaboration event! Held in a circuit format, this modern live style lets you enjoy the performances at a relaxed pace without being overly crowded—perhaps a bit of a luxury these days. Since it’s a collaboration with the comprehensive official idol goods shop, be sure to check out the merchandise lineup too!

A circuit-style event held in Ōtsuka, Tokyo. It’s a famed annual showcase where a wide range of edgy, offbeat artists—from up-and-comers to seasoned veterans—take the stage! As you can see from the lineup, there are plenty of unique and quirky names, spanning everything from rock bands to idol groups. Spend a full day roaming multiple venues across Ōtsuka, a Tokyo neighborhood with a distinctly unusual vibe, from morning till night! Tickets are inexpensive, so if you’re nearby, don’t miss it!