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List of Eastern Japan summer festivals held during the summer vacation [2026]: rock festivals and outdoor music festivals

During the summer break from July to August, we’ve compiled a list of music festivals—such as summer festivals and rock festivals—held in eastern Japan (Kanto, Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and Koshinetsu).

Check out the festivals that catch your eye and make this summer vacation 100 times more fun!

August

Hokkaido JAZZ in Otaru JAZZHokkaido, Sat 8/8 – Tue 8/11

ScheduleSat, Aug 8, 2026 – Tue, Aug 11, 2026
placeOtaru Canal Asakusabashi Special Stage, 5 Minatomachi, Otaru City, Hokkaido
Websitehttps://otaru.gr.jp/event/jazz-in-jazz-2026

UO!JAZZSat, 8/8, Toyama Prefecture

ScheduleSaturday, August 8, 2026
placeUozu Mirage Station by the Sea, Toyama Prefecture
Websitehttps://uo-jazz.jp/

Push-Pull Pot pre. Shofuku Zessho FESTIVALSaturday, 8/8, Ishikawa Prefecture

ScheduleSaturday, August 8, 2026
placeKanazawa EIGHT HALL, 2F, Brother Building, 1-6-10 Katamachi, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa-ken

GarinPeiro FES THE ROOTSAug 13 (Thu) – 14 (Fri) Akita Prefecture

“THE ROOTS 2026” is an outdoor festival celebrating the 10th anniversary of the apparel brand GARIN PEIRO. Set against the great outdoors of Tazawako Ski Resort in Akita Prefecture, it champions “MUSIC,” “CULTURE,” and “COMMUNITY,” delivering two days where music, fashion, and local culture intersect. In addition to performances by top artists, the festival features interactive areas and food options for families to enjoy, with free admission for students through junior high school. Scheduled for August 2026.

ScheduleThu, Aug 13–Fri, Aug 14, 2026
placeTazawako Ski Resort, 73-2 Shimotakano, Tazawako Obonai, Semboku City, Akita Prefecture
Websitehttps://garinpeiro.com/
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SUMMER SONICAug 14 (Fri)–16 (Sun), Chiba Prefecture

ScheduleFri, Aug 14–Sun, Aug 16, 2026
placeChiba Prefecture, Chiba City, ZOZO Marine Stadium / Makuhari Messe
Appearance[8/14] The Strokes / BUMP OF CHICKEN / JENNIE (BLACKPINK) / FKA twigs / Kasabian / Keshi / AiNA THE END / Audrey Nuna / BABYMONSTER / Cardinals / Chappell Roan / Dermot Kennedy / Florence Road / Holly Humberstone / Jade / Kodaline / Macaroni Empitsu / PiXXiE / Wisp / Zebrahead / QUEEN BEE / [8/15] Ado / David Byrne / Alex Warren / BE:FIRST / Sakanaction / Steve Lacy / Suede / Cornelius / DESTIN CONRAD / Elmiine / Father Of Peace / Good Neighbours / Hitsujibungaku / Jon Spencer / MAZZEL / Midnight Til Morning / Pretty bleak / Saucy Dog / SB19 / Viagra Boys / Carin León (BEACH STAGE Curator) / Latin Mafia / Paloma Mami / [8/16] L’Arc-en-Ciel / Jamiroquai / BABYMETAL (SONIC “METAL” STAGE Curator) / LE SSERAFIM / mgk / Pentatonix / Suchmos / Ave Mujica / BAND-MAID / Boy Soda / Chilli Beans. / .ENDRECHERI. / Tatsuya Kitani / Nectar Wood / Pendulum / Siiiku / South Arcade / The Warning / and more
Websitehttp://www.summersonic.com
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RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL in EZOFri, Aug 14 — Hokkaido

ScheduleFriday, August 14, 2026
placeHokkaido, Otaru City, Outdoor Special Stage next to Tarukawa Wharf, Ishikari Bay New Port
Websitehttp://rsr.wess.co.jp
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Kuroishi Yosare Rock FestFri, 8/14 Aomori Prefecture

Kuroishi Yosare Rock Fes is a rock festival held by the Kuroishi Yosare Executive Committee, for which the Kuroishi Tourism Association serves as the secretariat, as a related event to Kuroishi Yosare, a traditional event in Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture. The venue is the plaza in front of the station within walking distance from Konan Railway Kuroishi Station, and the festival is positioned alongside programs centered on Bon Odori, such as nagashi-odori (processional dance), kumi-odori (group dance), and mawari-odori (round dance). In 2026, it will be held on Friday, August 14, from 11:00 to 17:30.

ScheduleFriday, August 14, 2026
placeAomori Prefecture, Kuroishi City, Midorimachi 2-190, Kuroishi Station Front Multipurpose Plaza
Websitehttps://kuroishi.or.jp/event/summer/kuroishiyosare
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