Jazz Festivals in Eastern Japan [2025–2026]: List of Jazz Streets

The Sagami-Ono Monje Festival was named after the French word “Mangez,” meaning “to eat.” It’s a cut above ordinary food stalls, as renowned local restaurants from Sagami-Ono come together to showcase their culinary pride and let visitors savor the flavors of exceptional establishments. The main stage—planned and run by these restaurants—also features programs by professional musicians that anyone can enjoy for free, making it a highly entertaining event.

The Yatsugatake Jazz Festival, commonly known as Yatujazz, is held at the foot of the Yatsugatake Mountains in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture. A number of renowned jazz artists take the stage one after another for dynamic sessions. It promises to be a full day of authentic jazz. The venue, Kobuchizawa Wellness Garden, features stylish Western-style architecture.

This jazz festival is held under the concept of preserving and nurturing the local jazz culture, focusing on jazz musicians living in Hokkaido who are active in the local scene year-round. The venue is Otaru, an excellent location that perfectly matches the atmosphere of jazz.

As a new festival organized by Ibaraki Broadcasting, the LuckyFM Green Festival has been held since 2022. Following the relocation of the ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL, the event has adopted the motto “Don’t let the flame of Ibaraki’s festival culture go out,” and has been reimagined with a new concept as a celebration of music, food, and art at its venue, Hitachi Seaside Park. Featuring local ingredients and a wide range of art and music genres, it’s also recommended as a family-friendly event. It’s sure to become one of your favorite summer memories!