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.
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March
TotototoFriday, March 20 — Tottori Prefecture
This event is created with the participation of local residents so that the sounds of art and music, the people, and all those connections can revitalize Sakaiminato City in Tottori Prefecture. In addition to a music stage featuring renowned artists, you can enjoy art installations and workshops that combine music and technology, hands-on experience booths, and even popular local food and merchandise. There are plenty of free, family-friendly activities, making it a valuable event where you can enjoy a wide variety of experiences all in one venue.
| Schedule | Friday, March 20, 2026 |
| place | Tottori Prefecture, Sakaiminato City, Sakaiminato Civic Exchange Center Minato Terrace |
| Website | https://minato-terrace.jp/free/totototo2026 |
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SANUKI ROCK COLOSSEUMKagawa Prefecture, Sat 3/21–Sun 3/22
Sanuki Rock was launched by Su-xing-cyu, Tokushima’s “most tear-jerking comic band.” It’s a circuit-style event held across multiple venues in Takamatsu City. Because it takes place at several locations, a wide variety of artists perform. It’s a community-focused music festival where you can enjoy encounters with new music.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Mar 21–22, 2026 |
| place | Kagawa Prefecture, Takamatsu City festhalle / Olive Hall / DIME / MONSTER / TOONICE / SUMUS cafe / Kawaramachi Station Underground Plaza |
| Website | http://www.duke.co.jp/src/ |
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HERO’s RUMBLEMon, 3/23 — Hiroshima Prefecture
| Schedule | Monday, March 23, 2026 |
| place | Hiroshima Prefecture, Hiroshima City, ALMIGHTY / Cave-Be / SECOND CRUTCH / Live space Reed |
| Website | https://heros-rumble.com/ |
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EIGHT BALL FESTIVALMar 28 (Sat)–29 (Sun), Okayama Prefecture
A spring festival organized by YUMEBANCHI, a company that plans and produces events, kicked off in Okayama in 2023. For locals, it’s exciting not to have to travel out of the prefecture to see those artists come to Okayama! The festival features two stages, the SOLID STAGE and the STRIPED STAGE, so if there’s an artist you absolutely want to be up front for, it’s a good idea to check the setlists in advance and plan accordingly.
| Schedule | Saturday–Sunday, March 28–29, 2026 |
| place | Convex Okayama, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Website | https://eightballfestival.jp/ |
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April
SAKYOU FESTottori Prefecture, Sat 4/18 – Sun 4/19
| Schedule | April 18 (Sat)–19 (Sun), 2026 |
| place | Tottori Prefecture, Tottori City, Green Field |
| Website | https://sakyoufes.jp/ |
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