[2025–2026] Recommended Autumn Festivals in Koshinetsu and Hokuriku: Complete Guide to Must-See Events
With the arrival of autumn, the Koshinetsu and Hokuriku regions are filled with the joy of music.
Amid crisp air and mountains ablaze with color, autumn festivals offer a special experience where great nature and music intertwine.
On stages overlooking the majestic Alps, superb performances by accomplished artists resound.
This is a music festival unique to this area, where you can also encounter local food culture and traditional crafts.
Why not create irreplaceable memories while feeling the pleasant autumn breeze?
Past events
Takefu International Music FestivalSun 8/31 – Sun 9/7, Fukui Prefecture
A music festival held every year in Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture, featuring top-tier performers. The name “Takefu International Music Festival” comes from the city’s former name, Takefu. The program spans a wide range—from classical and contemporary works to traditional music. Why not take this opportunity to experience world-class sound?
| Schedule | Sun, Aug 31, 2025 – Sun, Sep 7, 2025 |
| place | Various locations in Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture |
| Website | http://takefu-imf.com |
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OtsukimiFri 9/5–Sun 9/7, Niigata Prefecture
| Schedule | Sep 5 (Fri)–7 (Sun), 2025 |
| place | Healing Garden Takanami Campground, Itoigawa City, Niigata Prefecture |
Matsunoyama Onsen Jazz StreetSat, Sep 6 — Niigata Prefecture
This is a jazz festival held in the hot spring town of Matsunoyama in Niigata Prefecture. You can enjoy live jazz performances at venues set up around the town. After the event, why not soak in the hot springs to unwind before heading home? It might just make for a perfect day.
| Schedule | Saturday, September 6, 2025 |
| place | Matsunoyama Onsen District, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture / Special Stage |
| Website | https://www.tokamachishikankou.jp/event/jazzstreet/ |
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GOOD CONNECTION IIZUNASat, 9/6, Nagano Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, September 6, 2025 |
| place | Reisenji Lake Lawn Plaza, Kamiminochi District, Nagano Prefecture |
| Website | https://gc-iizuna.com/ |
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ONE PARK FESTIVALSat 9/6–Sun 9/7, Fukui Prefecture
This festival takes place right in the city, just a 5-minute walk from Fukui Station. Organized by two founders and volunteers, all of whom are active musicians in Fukui, it will be held with confidence as a music festival deeply rooted in the local music scene, showcasing artists who are active in Fukui.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Sep 6–7, 2025 |
| place | Chuo Park, Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture |
| Website | https://oneparkfestival.jp/ |
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Kanazawa Jazz StreetFri 9/12 – Mon 9/15, Ishikawa Prefecture
Kanazawa Jazz Street is held under the concept of sharing jazz from Kanazawa—a city that honors tradition while embracing innovation—with the world. Aiming to be a festival where anyone can take part, it fosters交流 among a wide range of musicians and audience members—young and old, professional and amateur alike.
| Schedule | Fri, Sep 12–Mon, Sep 15, 2025 |
| place | Ishikawa Prefecture, Kanazawa City, Hokkokushimbun Akabane Hall, etc. |
| Website | http://www.kanazawa-jazzstreet.jp |
TENJIKUSeptember 13 (Sat) – 14 (Sun), Nagano Prefecture
https://www.facebook.com/tenjiku.nagano| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Sep 13–14, 2025 |
| place | Jiigatake Ski Resort, Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture |
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