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

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

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.

Past events

Explosive Urban Legend M.A.DFri, Dec 12 — Tokyo Metropolis

Schedule	Friday, December 12, 2025
place	Tokyo, Shibuya-ku, Ebisu The Garden Hall / Room / MARZ / LOFT PLUS ONE / HOLIDAY / WALLY / THE27CLUB / K-Stage O!
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TOKYO PLAYGROUNDSun, Dec 7 — Tokyo Metropolis

Schedule	Sunday, December 7, 2025
place	1st Floor, TOWER STAGE, Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, Shinjuku City, Tokyo
Website	https://www.tokyoplayground-official.com/
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SUMIDA BLOCK FESTIVALDec 6 (Sat) – 7 (Sun), Tokyo Metropolis

Schedule	Sat–Sun, Dec 6–7, 2025
place	Sumida Park Soyokaze Plaza, Sumida City, Tokyo
Website	https://sumidablockfes.com/
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At ShimokitazawaSat, Dec 6 – Tokyo Metropolis

A circuit-style event held in the Shimokitazawa area—home to restaurants, vintage clothing stores, record shops, and live houses, and a hub for diverse culture—Shimokitazawa Nite. The organizers are the band THE Love Ningen. The event is held with the theme of creating new connections through music. With a stamp rally and performances by elementary and junior high school bands, it’s an event that can be enjoyed not only by adults but also by children.

Schedule	Saturday, December 6, 2025
place	Tokyo, Setagaya City, Shangri-La / CLUB251 / 440 / BASEMENTBAR / THREE / Flowers Loft / mona records / CREAM / ReG / SHELTER / LIVE HAUS / MOSAiC / DaisyBar / Laguna / ERA / WAVER / Chikamatsu / Chikamichi (Shortcut) / Otema-e / Shimokita Senrogai Open Space / Shimokitazawa Station Front Plaza
Website	http://www.shimokita-nite.net/
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