List of Idol Festivals Nationwide [2025–2026]

This is an idol festival held in Roppongi, where TV Asahi is located. Since there’s also a popular music program that features idols, you might discover fresh idols before they truly explode in popularity. It’s a recommended festival for fans of idol culture and for fans of “kawaii” culture.

The decisive Sekigahara Divas Battle! In Sekigahara, Gifu Prefecture, idols from all over Japan gather to deliver a torrent of performances. From morning till night, adorable performers keep singing and dancing—an unmissable day for idol fans. Even if you’re new to idols, if you love a festival atmosphere, you won’t want to miss this. It’s sure to be an event that will go down in the history of Japanese idols—no, in Japanese history itself. Be a witness to history!

RAD JAM is one of the largest idol festivals in the Tokai region. To further energize the idol culture that’s drawing attention from around the world and to give people more chances to discover new music, the event is remarkably free to attend. You’ll be amazed that such a lineup and programming are offered at no cost, and with thorough infection-control measures in place, you can enjoy it with peace of mind. It’s an event that creates new encounters from the stage—for both idols and attendees alike.

The Philippine Expo is an international event held to celebrate friendship, goodwill, and the Independence Day of the Republic of the Philippines. Attracting over 50,000 visitors from Japan and abroad, this popular large-scale event showcases the rich diversity of culture through stage performances featuring songs and dances by famous Filipino artists, cosplay shows, and more. Japanese idol performances also energize the venue, fostering cultural exchange between the Philippines and Japan. Be sure to come and experience it for yourself!

@JAM, a celebration of pop culture, has been sharing a wide range of Japanese cultural highlights—centered on idols and including anime, Vocaloid, and more. Although @JAM EXPO 2020, which had been scheduled to take place, was postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the replacement event @JAM ONLINE FESTIVAL 2020 has been confirmed. It’s a first-of-its-kind attempt: an online circuit festival streamed from live music venues. Even though it’s a different style of live show, it’s great that fans can still take part online. It’s exciting to think about what kinds of features and ideas they’ll use to entertain us.