[2025–2026] Complete Guide to Autumn Festivals in Hokkaido & Tohoku: Recommended Music Events

Music Festival Master / Editor-in-ChiefKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC and in charge of music festivals. When I attended my first music festival as a freshman in college, I was captivated by its charm—“I can’t believe there’s a place this free and this fun.” I share information about wonderful music festivals every day to help grow the community of festival fans.

The autumn festival season in Hokkaido and Tohoku—where majestic nature and music intertwine—has arrived.

Under crystal-clear blue skies, live performances that stir the soul resound against a backdrop of vividly colored autumn leaves.

From Hokkaido’s vast expanses to the mountains of Tohoku, unique outdoor festivals are held across the region.

Savor local gourmet flavors as you lose yourself in the heartfelt voices of the artists.

A special musical experience available only this season awaits you.

Past events

Koriyama City Music DaySun, Oct 5 — Fukushima Prefecture

http://www.ongakunohi.jp

Schedule	Sun, Oct 5, 2025
place	Koriyama Station Front, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
Website	https://www.ongakunohi.jp/
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Tokutan Castle Curved House Music FestivalSat, Oct 11 – Iwate Prefecture

Schedule	Saturday, October 11, 2025
place	Iwate Prefecture, Shiwa District, Tokutan Castle Ruins Park, Sasaki Family Magariya (traditional L-shaped house)
Website	https://magariyafes.amebaownd.com/

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MISAWA BBQ JamboreeSun, Oct 12 — Aomori Prefecture

kite-misawa.com

Schedule	Sunday, October 12, 2025
place	Michi-no-Eki Misawa, Aomori Prefecture, Misawa City — Tonami Domain Memorial Tourist Village
Website	https://kite-misawa.com/2023/09/11441/

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Utatopia -Cosmic Beats-Sun, Oct 12, Miyagi Prefecture

http://www.m-kankou.jp

Schedule	Sunday, October 12, 2025
place	Hamare Utatsu, Minamisanriku Town, Miyagi Prefecture
Website	https://www.m-kankou.jp/event/260751.html/

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Forest WavesSun, Oct 12, Miyagi Prefecture

wood-vibration.com

Mori-Nami is a festival held at the “Mori Stage” in Miyagi Prefecture. The venue itself is said to be worth seeing, but the powerful performances are a must-see as well. Precisely because it’s a small-scale festival, it’s full of thoughtful touches and careful curation—you’re sure to have a great time.

Schedule	Sunday, October 12, 2025
place	Miyagi Prefecture, Tome City, Traditional Performing Arts Heritage Center, Mori Butai
Website	http://wood-vibration.com
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LIVE AZUMASat 10/18 – Sun 10/19, Fukushima Prefecture

liveazuma.jp

Pay attention to the star-studded lineup at one of Fukushima Prefecture’s largest festivals, created by local Fukushima TV, Creativeman Productions (the organizer of Summer Sonic), and Flying Beko, a creative team formed by Fukushima natives. The spacious stadium venue—also used during the Olympics—offers more than just live performances by artists; it also features a rich array of free areas, including a market showcasing local Tohoku ingredients and art. It’s the perfect season for outdoor concerts, and well worth the trip to join!