List of Rock Festivals Nationwide [2026]
In this article, we’ll focus on rock festivals among the many music festivals held across Japan.
Did you know that thrilling stages take place all year round, regardless of the season? From massive festivals that Japanese rock fans can’t get enough of to cozy, community-based events, the variety is truly wide-ranging.
We’ve clearly compiled event information to make it easier to find the rock festivals that catch your eye.
Be sure to look for the next festival you want to attend!
- List of Rock Festivals in the Kanto Region [2026]
- List of rock festivals in Kansai [2026]
- List of Local Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- List of Rock Festivals in the Tokai Region [2026]
- Kyushu Rock Festivals List [2026]
- December Rock Festival Calendar [2026]
- List of Artist-Hosted Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- List of rock festival information in Western Japan [2026]
- List of Rock Festivals in May [2026]
- [Held in 2026] Recommended music festivals: A roundup of outdoor festivals and major rock festivals you’ll want to attend at least once
- January Rock Festival Lineup [2026]
- October Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of fall festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events
- [2026] Complete Guide to Summer Festivals in the Kanto Region: Music Festivals and Outdoor Festival Information
Past events
Unlimited Calling AichiSat, 2/14, Aichi Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, February 14, 2026 |
| place | Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya City, Zepp Nagoya |
| Website | https://freehoudaicalling.com/ |
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SHIBUKAWA ROCK CIRCUITWed, Feb 11 – Gunma Prefecture
| Schedule | Wednesday, February 11, 2026 |
| place | Shibukawa City Civic Hall, Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture |
| Website | https://shibukawa-civichall.com/independent.html |
Katsushika Band FestivalSun, Feb 8, Tokyo Metropolis
As part of Katsushika Ward’s “Katsushika, the City of Music” initiative, this music event was launched to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Katsushika Symphony Hills. Ten rock-oriented amateur bands, mainly active within the ward, will gather at the Mozart Hall to deliver a wide variety of performances. The guest act is Alaska Jam, known for its one-of-a-kind style that fuses hip hop and guitar rock. Scheduled for February 2026, admission is free and no reservation is required.
| Schedule | Sunday, February 8, 2026 |
| place | Mozart Hall, Katsushika Symphony Hills, 6-33-1 Tateishi, Katsushika City, Tokyo |
| Appearance | [2/8] Masashi Fukano & The Sidewinders / 33333 / The Onion Flowers / Jazz Quartet S / HARI PSYCHO EXPERIENCE / Mashiddoman / nosuri / NERDS / Synvia Realm / MAGENTA OF AMBITIONS / Alaska Jam (guest) |
| Website | https://www.k-mil.gr.jp/bunka-souzou/event/band_fest_2026.html |
Bukkurock! Festival TokyoSun, Feb 8, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sunday, February 8, 2026 |
| place | Ota City, Tokyo, Zepp Haneda |
Tokyo Nichirin Music FestivalSun, Feb 8 — Kanagawa Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, February 8, 2026 |
| place | CLUB CITTA’, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://organiccall.lnk.to/tokyo_nichirin |
Unlimited Calling TokyoSat, Feb 7 – Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Saturday, February 7, 2026 |
| place | Ota City, Tokyo, Zepp Haneda |
| Website | https://freehoudaicalling.com/ |
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BLARE FESTSat 2/7–Sun 2/8, Aichi Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday–Sunday, February 7–8, 2026 |
| place | Kinjo-futo 2-chome, Minato Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture / Port Messe Nagoya |
| Website | https://blarefest.com/ |
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