Autumn Music Festivals in Eastern Japan [2025–2026]
We’ve put together an overview of fall festivals taking place across eastern Japan, from Hokkaido to the Hokuriku and Koshinetsu regions.
If summer festivals didn’t satisfy your appetite for fun, you’re not alone.
Check this out and keep enjoying the festival season!
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- Summer Music Festivals Held in Eastern Japan [2025]
- List of Local Festivals Nationwide [2025]
- [2025] Must-Know Info on Music Festivals & Outdoor Events in the Koshinetsu and Hokuriku Regions
- Autumn Music Festival Schedule Summary [2025]
- List of Eastern Japan Summer Festivals [2025]: Rock Festivals and Outdoor Music Festivals Held During Summer Vacation
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- Fukushima Music Festivals [2025] – Outdoor Festivals and Event Roundup
- Miyagi Music Festivals [2025]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- Akita Festival Calendar [2025]: Music Festivals and Outdoor Events Overview
- Tohoku HAPPY HOLIDAY | Music Festival / Event
- [2025] Complete Guide to Autumn Festivals in Hokkaido & Tohoku: Recommended Music Events
Past events
Autumn YOIMACHISun, Nov 2, Tokyo Metropolis
A circuit-style event held in Ōtsuka, Tokyo. It’s a famed annual showcase where a wide range of edgy, offbeat artists—from up-and-comers to seasoned veterans—take the stage! As you can see from the lineup, there are plenty of unique and quirky names, spanning everything from rock bands to idol groups. Spend a full day roaming multiple venues across Ōtsuka, a Tokyo neighborhood with a distinctly unusual vibe, from morning till night! Tickets are inexpensive, so if you’re nearby, don’t miss it!
| Schedule | Sunday, November 2, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Toshima City: Live House Hearts+, Live House Hearts Next, MEETS, Otsuka Kinen-yu (Otsuka Memorial Bathhouse), Menya Ibusuke |
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Akigase FestSun, Nov 2 — Saitama Prefecture
This event is held at the expansive Akigase Park in Saitama City. It’s an event brimming with the organizers’ desire to create a space where people can come together not only for music, but also to share heartfelt food, art, and more, and deepen their connections.
| Schedule | Sunday, November 2, 2025 |
| place | 896 Okubo-Ryoke, Sakura Ward, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture / Circuit Akigase |
| Website | https://akigasefes.com/ |
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KNOCKOUT FESSun, Nov 2, Tokyo Metropolis
A circuit event hosted by Shimokitazawa MOSAiC, SHIMOKITAZAWA KNOCKOUT FES. Artists expected to be the next breakout acts come together for simultaneous live performances. The venues are seven live houses and live bars around Shimokitazawa. Enjoy a full day of the event while soaking in Shimokitazawa’s stylish atmosphere.
| Schedule | Sunday, November 2, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis Setagaya City MOSAiC / SHELTER / CLUB 251 / Shangri-La / DaisyBar / RéG / WAVER / Chikamatsu / DY CUBE / LIVEHOLIC / |
| Website | http://knockoutfes.com/ |
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SOMA Sound FestivalSun, Nov 2 — Fukushima Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, November 2, 2025 |
| place | Soma City, Fukushima Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.city.soma.fukushima.jp/shinososhiki/johoseisakuka/kohokocho/topics/2023/10/14960.html |
TAMARIBANov 2 (Sun) – 3 (Mon), Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Nov 2 (Sun)–3 (Mon), 2025 |
| place | Izumitamagawa Riverside, Komae City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://tamariba.info/ |
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OKEI ROCK FESTIVALSat, Nov 1 — Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Saturday, November 1, 2025 |
| place | Kiranah Garden Toyosu, Koto City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://www.okeitokyo.com/ |
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Dancing Halloween Night in Chimney TownSat 11/1 – Sun 11/2, Chiba Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 1–Sun, Nov 2, 2025 |
| place | Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | https://odoru-halloween.jp/ |
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