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Latest Spring Festival Information in Chugoku and Shikoku Regions 2026 | Music Event List

With the exhilarating arrival of spring, a series of distinctive music festivals will be held across the Chugoku and Shikoku regions.

Set against venues embraced by the Seto Inland Sea’s refreshing sea breeze and the lush greenery of the surrounding mountains, accomplished artists deliver outstanding performances.

Why not surrender yourself to the music in the open, springtime festival atmosphere while soaking in the vibe of the venue and savoring delicious local cuisine?

A special experience woven by music and nature awaits you.

April

Iwakuni Jazz StreetSunday, 4/26, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Iwakuni Jazz Street is a circuit-style jazz festival held at multiple venues around JR Iwakuni Station in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Now in its third year, the event aims to grow into one that is even more beloved by the people of Iwakuni and more widely recognized, reflecting on lessons learned from the previous edition. It aspires to be a warm, family-friendly event where everyone can participate.

ScheduleSunday, April 26, 2026
place1-1-1 Marifu-cho, Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture / Around JR Iwakuni Station
Websitehttps://iwakunijazzstreet.com/
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Tottori JazzTottori Prefecture, Tue 4/28–Sat 5/2

This is a festival held annually in Tottori since 2011, built on two pillars: “jazz” and “art.” Organized and run by local musicians and music enthusiasts, Tottori JAZZ transforms venues all across the city, filling Tottori with the colors of jazz.

ScheduleTuesday, April 28, 2026 – Saturday, May 2, 2026
place111 Higashishin'ji-cho, Tottori-shi, Tottori Prefecture / Tottori Station Area Venue
Websitehttp://tottorijazz.jp/
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May

TAKAMATSU MUSIC BLUE FESMay 4 (Mon)–5 (Tue) Kagawa Prefecture

An admission-free, circuit-style music festival that began in 2011 with the aim of enveloping Takamatsu in music. It features primarily jazz musicians and is notable for the large number of local amateur musicians who participate.

ScheduleMon, May 4, 2026 – Tue, May 5, 2026
placeTakamatsu Station Front Plaza, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture
Websitehttps://www.machikadomusic.net/2025/12/tmbf2026-entry/

hoshiotoSat, 5/23 Okayama Prefecture

Hoshioto is held in Okayama Prefecture. Taking place in the nature-rich city of Ibara, Okayama, as the event title suggests, once night falls you can enjoy a collaboration of beautiful starry skies and music. At hoshioto in 2016, it’s said that a very beautiful starry sky was visible during Sawagi’s headlining set. We’re praying for good weather again this year!

ScheduleSaturday, May 23, 2026
placeGrape Island Grape Romance Hall, Ibara City, Okayama Prefecture
Websitehttp://hoshioto.net
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SHIOSAI ROCK FESTIVALSun, 5/24 – Kagawa Prefecture

This is a music event planned and run by local band members to energize Kagawa Prefecture. Since its start in 2018, it has been held with support from local music lovers, using venues like live houses, shopping arcades, and even rented udon shops. As a free-admission event, it has continued to grow in popularity and attendance. There are also exclusive items available only through crowdfunding, so why not take part and help boost Kagawa’s music scene?

ScheduleSunday, May 24, 2026
placeKagawa Prefecture, Takamatsu City, Takamatsu Aeon Mall North-side Parking Lot
Websitehttp://shiosairock.com/
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