List of Artist-Hosted Festivals Nationwide [2025–2026]
There are music festivals all over Japan, but this time we’ve gathered artist-organized festivals from across the country.
Because these festivals are hosted by the artists themselves, you can feel the bonds and connections between artists, as well as their passion for the festivals.
You can enjoy a different atmosphere from ordinary festivals.
- Artist-curated recommended music festivals
- List of Rock Festivals Nationwide [2025]
- Kanto’s Popular Music Festivals [2025]: A Complete Guide to Outdoor Events for Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter
- List of indie festivals across Japan [2025]
- Summer Music Festival Schedule Summary [2025]
- Tokyo Music Festivals [2025]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- List of Anison Festivals Nationwide [2025]
- List of Local Festivals Nationwide [2025]
- List of Rock Festivals in the Kanto Region [2025]
- List of Free-Admission Festivals Nationwide [2025]
- List of Idol Festivals Nationwide [2025]
- Nationwide Family Festivals List [2025]
- List of Acoustic Festivals Nationwide [2025]
Kanagawa Prefecture
THICK FESTIVALSun, Jan 4 — Kanagawa Prefecture
A festival hosted by the three-piece melodic punk band SECRET 7 LINE will be held. In 2016, there was a great sorrow for them and for us fans, but seeing them overcome it and continue to perform is truly moving. Live-show kids, be sure to check it out.
| Schedule | Sunday, January 4, 2026 |
| place | Club Citta, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.thickfestival.com/ |
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Mountain festivalSat, Jan 24 – Kanagawa Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, January 24, 2026 |
| place | Yokohama Arena, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://event.1242.com/events/yamafes2025/ |
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DEAD POP FESTiVALSat 4/4 – Sun 4/5, Kanagawa Prefecture
DEAD POP FESTiVAL, which has been held since 2010 under the slogan “Break the Wall,” has firmly established itself as an outdoor event and joined the ranks of summer open-air festivals. The festival is hosted by the hugely popular reggae-punk band SiM. Because SiM is always taking on new challenges, the event has featured initiatives unlike anything seen before. This year as well, their fresh ideas will no doubt make it an incredibly fun experience.
| Schedule | Sat, Apr 4–Sun, Apr 5, 2026 |
| place | Special Event Venue, Higashi-Ogishima East Park, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.deadpopfest.com |
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FLOW THE FESTIVALSat 6/6 – Sun 6/7, Kanagawa Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, Jun 6–Sun, Jun 7, 2026 |
| place | Pia Arena MM, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.flow-official.jp/cam/flowthefestival2024/ |
Osaka Prefecture
ONE & ONLY FESTIVALSat, Nov 15 — Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, November 15, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Yogibo HOLY MOUNTAIN / META VALLEY |
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Like That Sky FESSun, Nov 23 — Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, November 23, 2025 |
| place | Hattori Ryokuchi Open-Air Music Hall, Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
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SAKAI MEETINGSat 3/28 – Sun 3/29, Osaka Prefecture
This event has been held since 2013, launched by the Osaka Sakai-based bands GOOD 4 NOTHING and THE CHINA WIFE MOTORS out of a desire to give back to their hometown. The venue has been in Sakai City since the beginning, and the event is deeply rooted in Sakai, with booths introducing local food, clothing, housing, and various cultures. This year, the venue has been moved to Sakai City’s Umi to no Fureai Hiroba, featuring an outdoor stage. With the event taking place at the end of May, the weather should be just right for a comfortable and enjoyable time.
| Schedule | Saturday–Sunday, March 28–29, 2026 |
| place | GORILLA HALL OSAKA, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
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