List of Jazz Festivals in the Kanto Region [2025–2026]
This time, we’re bringing you a roundup of jazz festivals taking place in the Kanto region.
For those living in Kanto, one of the charms is the easy access—often just a single train ride away.
Why not enjoy a day-trip vibe and check out a jazz festival?
- Eastern Japan Jazz Festivals [2025] List of JAZZ Streets
- Free-Admission Festivals in the Kanto Region [2025]
- Tokyo Jazz Festival | Music Festival & Events
- Tokyo Music Festivals [2025]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- List of Jazz Festivals and Jazz Streets Nationwide [2025]
- Kanagawa Festival Calendar [2025]: Roundup of Music Festivals and Outdoor Events
- Chiba Festival Calendar [2025]: A roundup of music festivals and outdoor events
- Saitama Festival Calendar [2025]: Music Festivals and Outdoor Events Summary
- [2025] Complete Kanto Summer Festival Guide: Music Festivals and Outdoor Festival Info
- List of Jazz Festivals in Kansai [2025]
- Complete Guide to Spring Festivals in Kanto! Featured Artists and Venue Information [2025]
- Gunma Music Festivals [2025]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- List of Rock Festivals in the Kanto Region [2025]
Past events
LuckyFesIbaraki Prefecture, Sat 8/9–Mon 8/11
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!
| Schedule | Sat–Mon, Aug 9–11, 2025 |
| place | Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Hitachi Seaside Park (National Government Park) |
| Website | https://luckyfes.com/ |
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Sakura Django Reinhardt FestivalSat 7/12 – Sun 7/13, Tochigi Prefecture
This is an event named after guitarist Django Reinhardt, known as the founder of Gypsy jazz. Numerous artists who resonate with his spirit will perform, with Gypsy jazz at the core. The event is packed with participatory programs such as free sessions and workshops.
| Schedule | Sat, Jul 12–Sun, Jul 13, 2025 |
| place | Kitsuregawa 4355, Sakura City, Tochigi Prefecture / Special Venue |
| Website | https://info839854.wixsite.com/sdrf |
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Otsuka Music Festival Hall ConcertSat 5/31 – Sun 6/1, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sat, May 31, 2025 – Sun, June 1, 2025 |
| place | Minami-Otsuka Hall, Toshima City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.ompass.info/wp/ |
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Otsuka Music Festival Outdoor StageMay 24 (Sat) – 25 (Sun), Tokyo
| Schedule | Sat., May 24–Sun., May 25, 2025 |
| place | Toranparu Otsuka, Toshima City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.ompass.info/wp/ |
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Ikebukuro Jazz FestivalSat 5/17–Sun 5/18, Tokyo
The Ikebukuro Jazz Festival is accepting performer applications until the end of February. To apply, simply upload a performance video to YouTube and fill out the application form. Professionals, amateurs, all genders, and all ages are welcome, so why not apply and aim to perform? With 11 venues around Ikebukuro Station, the city is sure to be filled with music on the day of the event.
| Schedule | Sat, May 17–Sun, May 18, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo, Toshima City, GLOBAL RING THEATRE / Ikebukuro West Exit Station Front Plaza / Tobu Department Store 8th Floor Rooftop Sky Deck Plaza / Metropolitan Plaza Building 1st Floor Public Passage / In Front of Hotel hisoca / Moto-Ikebukuro Historic Site Park |
| Website | http://www.ikebukurojazz.com |
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