Kanto Winter Festival Information [2026]: Must-See Events for Music Lovers
The season for winter festivals—the musical celebration that colors Kanto’s winter—has arrived.
With fiery performances that blow away the cold and a dreamlike atmosphere you can experience only in winter, it captivates the hearts of music fans.
Feel the immersive sound unique to indoor venues and the sense of openness offered by outdoor stages, even in winter.
Why not make this winter unforgettable with a supreme musical experience woven by a diverse lineup of artists?
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Past events
MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL in JAPANSat 12/13–Sun 12/14, Tokyo
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Dec 13–14, 2025 |
| place | National Stadium, Shinjuku City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.music-bank.jp/ |
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NEW REALM FESTSat, 12/13, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Saturday, December 13, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Shibuya Ward, Spotify O-nest |
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STARZSat, 12/13, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Saturday, December 13, 2025 |
| place | Chofu City, Tokyo Metropolis, Keio Arena TOKYO |
| Website | https://rapstar-abema.com |
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FNC KINGDOMDec 13 (Sat) – 14 (Sun), Kanagawa Prefecture
FNC KINGDOM is a music event hosted by FNC Entertainment, a South Korean talent agency. It’s a dream-come-true event for fans, where FNC artists gather in Japan. Only at this event can you enjoy special collaborative projects between artists and unique live performances that turn up the excitement. Generous fan service is also one of the charms of Korean artists. Come experience the surprises waiting at the venue on the day!
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Dec 13–14, 2025 |
| place | Pia Arena MM, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | http://fnckingdom.jp/ |
JAPAN CUMBIA FESTIVALSun, 12/14, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sunday, December 14, 2025 |
| place | Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, MARZ |
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Coming Up NextSaturday, 12/20, Kanagawa Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, December 20, 2025 |
| place | Kanagawa Prefecture, Yokohama City, Yokohama BUNTAI |
| Website | https://www.comingupnext847.live/ |
COUNTDOWN JAPANSat 12/27 – Wed 12/31, Chiba Prefecture
As its name suggests, the festival called COUNTDOWN JAPAN traditionally features a countdown at the end of the year. Spanning four days, the festival hosts many remarkably star-studded artists befitting the close of the year. In addition, during the first sunrise of the new year, The Beatles’ “Here Comes the Sun” is played.
| Schedule | Sat, Dec 27–Wed, Dec 31, 2025 |
| place | Makuhari Messe, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | http://countdownjapan.jp |
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