Autumn festival roundup in the Kansai area: a complete guide to the most popular events!
Music festivals that color Kansai’s autumn are once again being held one after another this year.
From atmospheric historic spots like Osaka Castle Outdoor Music Hall and Kyoto’s Umekoji Park to intimate, deep-cut live houses, we’ll introduce a wide range of autumn festivals unfolding across diverse venues.
It’s a chance to enjoy various cultures centered around encounters with music—from live performances by popular artists to local gourmet specialties.
Why not create heart‑pounding autumn memories through the uniquely flavored music festivals held throughout the Kansai region?
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Past events
Lemino MUSIC FESOct 5 (Sun) – 6 (Mon), Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Oct 5 (Sun)–6 (Mon), 2025 |
| place | Yumeshima, Konohana Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture / Inside the Osaka–Kansai Expo venue |
| Website | https://lemino.docomo.ne.jp/ft/0000110/ |
AMEMURA RING CIRCUITSun, Oct 5 – Osaka Prefecture
A music circuit festival held in Osaka’s live house hotspot, America-mura, where fans of live house bands gather. It’s the perfect event for those who want to enjoy Osaka not just on the surface but down to its every corner. With many performing bands, it’s packed with value.
| Schedule | Sun, Oct 5, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City live house BRONZE / ANIMA / Shinkagura / Hokage |
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ONE LOVE KAKOGAWASun, Oct 5 – Hyogo Prefecture
| Schedule | Sun, Oct 5, 2025 |
| place | Kakogawa Riverside Park, Kakogawa City, Hyogo Prefecture |
| Website | https://harimania.com/event/one-love-kakogawa/ |
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Rainbow Days KobeSun, Oct 5 – Hyogo Prefecture
| Schedule | Sun, Oct 5, 2025 |
| place | Hyogo Prefecture, Kobe City, 653cafe |
| Website | https://rainbowdays2022.com/ |
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Osaka AcoloadOct 6 (Mon) – 7 (Tue), Osaka Prefecture
It’s a circuit event held at live bars around Higashi-Shinsaibashi. As the title suggests, it focuses on acoustic performances, and you can relax and enjoy a variety of artists’ sets while having food and drinks at the bar.
| Schedule | Mon–Tue, Oct 6–7, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Higashi-Umeda AZYTATE |
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MINAMI WHEELSat 10/11–Mon 10/13, Osaka Prefecture
It’s the biggest showcase live event in Minami, Osaka, brought to you by FM802! Concerts will take place across live houses throughout the Minami area. Whether you’re here to see your favorite artists or to discover new music, the choice is yours!
| Schedule | Sat, Oct 11–Mon, Oct 13, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City: ANIMA / AtlantiQs / BEYOND / BIGCAT / BRONZE / CLAPPER / club JOULE / club vijon / CONPASS / DROP / FANJ twice / FootRock & BEERS / hills Pan Koujou (Hills Bread Factory) / JANUS / OSAKA MUSE / OSAKA RUIDO / soma / SUNHALL / VARON / Namba Hatch |
| Website | http://minamiwheel.jp |
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Kyoto Music ExpoSat 10/11–Sun 10/12, Kyoto Prefecture
This is an event hosted by Quruli that has been held annually in their hometown of Kyoto since 2007. Over the years, audiences have enjoyed a compelling lineup featuring artists from Japan and abroad, crossing genre boundaries. When in-person events weren’t possible due to COVID-19, they kept the event going by taking on the challenge of online live performances. Highlights include distinctive production and a carefully curated lineup that reflect their unwavering dedication to music. Be sure to experience it live if you can.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Oct 11–12, 2025 |
| place | Umekoji Park Lawn Square, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Website | http://kyotoonpaku.net |
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