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
XROSS CULTURESat 11/15 – Sun 11/16, Aichi Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 15–Sun, Nov 16, 2025 |
| place | Sakae Hirobasu, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture |
| Website | https://xrossculture.stores.jp |
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Emerge Fest. JapanFri, Nov 14 — Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Friday, November 14, 2025 |
| place | Shibuya duo MUSIC EXCHANGE, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo |
| Website | http://www.dmxweb.jp/weekendsession/archives/2596 |
LUNATIC FEST.Sat 11/8 – Sun 11/9, Chiba Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 8–Sun, Nov 9, 2025 |
| place | Makuhari Messe, International Exhibition Halls 9–11, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Appearance | [11/8] LUNA SEA / BRAHMAN / DIR EN GREY / GODLAND / lynch. / MY FIRST STORY / Novelbright / SIAM☆SOPHIA / SID / T.M.Revolution / [11/9] LUNA SEA / BUCK-TICK / KUROYUME / MUCC / NEMOPHILA / Ling tosite sigure / ROTTENGRAFFTY / UVERworld / THE YELLOW MONKEY / 9mm Parabellum Bullet |
| Website | http://lunaticfest.com/ |
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In conclusion
We’ve introduced rock festivals held all across the country in one go. If you find a festival that catches your eye, be sure to check it out in person. We hope that not only fans of Japanese rock, but also anyone who wants to enjoy music regardless of genre, will discover events that interest them through this article.