List of rock festivals in Kansai [2026]
Among the music festivals held in the Kansai region, we’ll introduce events that specialize in rock.
From artist-hosted festivals to circuit-style events that turn shops and music spots around town into stages, popular events are held every year.
A music scene and festival culture unique to Kansai has taken shape.
- Osaka Festival Calendar [2026]: Music Festivals and Outdoor Events Summary
- Kansai Music Festivals [2026]: Spotlight on Must-See Outdoor Fests & Events
- List of rock festival information in Western Japan [2026]
- List of Rock Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- Hyogo Music Festivals [2026]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- Free-admission festivals in Kansai [2026]
- Kyoto Music Festivals [2026] Outdoor Festivals and Events Roundup
- December Rock Festival Calendar [2026]
- Winter Music Festival in Western Japan [2026]
- Kansai Jazz Festival List [2026]
- Shiga Music Festivals [2026] Outdoor Festivals and Events Guide
- Complete Guide to Kansai Summer Festivals [2026]: Electrifying Stages and Performing Artists
- List of Rock Festivals in the Kanto Region [2026]
Past events
Grooving jamSat, 10/18, Osaka Prefecture
This is a spring festival held in Osaka that started in 2022. It’s hugely popular among people who love music and fashion, featuring a wide range of genres like dance music and hip-hop, with exciting up-and-coming artists and star-studded lineups. The open-air venue is filled with tracks that will make you want to start dancing, guaranteeing a high-energy, unforgettable stage. Don’t miss the flashy performances and production, either. It’s an event best enjoyed live.
| Schedule | Saturday, October 18, 2025 |
| place | Umeda Club Quattro, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
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Bands Shock REVOLUTIONOct 18 (Sat) – 19 (Sun), Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, Oct 18 – Sun, Oct 19, 2025 |
| place | Hattori Ryokuchi Open-Air Music Hall, Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://2023-vm.banz.jp/ |
Monkey Explosion FestivalSat, Oct 11 – Hyogo Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, October 11, 2025 |
| place | Hyogo Prefecture, Kobe City music zoo KOBE Taiyo to Tora (Sun and Tiger) / THE LIVE HOUSE CHICKEN GEORGE / KOBE VARIT. live music club PADOMA / KINGS X / KOBE BLUE PORT / D×Q Kobe / KOBE108 |
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KANSAI LOVERSSat 9/27 – Sun 9/28, Osaka Prefecture
KANSAI LOVERS is an event that brings together artists with ties to the Kansai region. It will be held over two days again this year. From newcomers to star bands, you can catch live performances from Kansai’s most talked-about artists all at once.
| Schedule | Saturday, September 27, 2025 – Sunday, September 28, 2025 |
| place | Osaka-jō Outdoor Music Hall, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://kansailovers.com |
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Awaji Island Sumoto LOVE FestivalSun, Sep 21 — Hyogo Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, September 21, 2025 |
| place | Sumoto City Civic Square, Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture |
| Website | https://awajishimasumotolovefes.com/ |
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