Autumn Music Festivals in Western Japan [2025–2026]

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.

Even in autumn, there are still plenty of music festivals being held.

Here’s a roundup of fall music festivals taking place in western Japan.

It covers a wide area from the Tokai region to Kyushu and Okinawa, and there are lots of interesting events in each region.

Past events

MINAMI WHEELSat 10/11–Mon 10/13, Osaka Prefecture

It’s the biggest showcase live event in Minami, Osaka, brought to you by FM802! Concerts will take place across live houses throughout the Minami area. Whether you’re here to see your favorite artists or to discover new music, the choice is yours!

Schedule	Sat, Oct 11–Mon, Oct 13, 2025
place	Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City: ANIMA / AtlantiQs / BEYOND / BIGCAT / BRONZE / CLAPPER / club JOULE / club vijon / CONPASS / DROP / FANJ twice / FootRock & BEERS / hills Pan Koujou (Hills Bread Factory) / JANUS / OSAKA MUSE / OSAKA RUIDO / soma / SUNHALL / VARON / Namba Hatch
Website	http://minamiwheel.jp
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Kyoto Music ExpoSat 10/11–Sun 10/12, Kyoto Prefecture

kyotoonpaku.net

This is an event hosted by Quruli that has been held annually in their hometown of Kyoto since 2007. Over the years, audiences have enjoyed a compelling lineup featuring artists from Japan and abroad, crossing genre boundaries. When in-person events weren’t possible due to COVID-19, they kept the event going by taking on the challenge of online live performances. Highlights include distinctive production and a carefully curated lineup that reflect their unwavering dedication to music. Be sure to experience it live if you can.

Schedule	Sat–Sun, Oct 11–12, 2025
place	Umekoji Park Lawn Square, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Website	http://kyotoonpaku.net
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Mi-iro Uta Asobi Festa Mi-RockSat, Oct 11 — Kagawa Prefecture

miirock.mystrikingly.com

Schedule	Saturday, October 11, 2025
place	Miiro Nursery Home, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture
Website	https://miirock.mystrikingly.com/
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KITAKYU JAZZ STREETSat 10/11 – Sun 10/12, Fukuoka Prefecture

kitakyu-jazz-street.jp

Schedule	Sat–Sun, Oct 11–12, 2025
place	Murasakigawa Waterside Plaza, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture / Murasakigawa Waterside Plaza / Riverwalk Kitakyushu Mystic Court / Chacha Town Kokura / Live & Grill beyond
Website	https://kitakyu-jazz-street.jp/
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make a MONOGATARISat 10/11 – Sun 10/12, Fukuoka Prefecture

monogatari.fun

Schedule	Sat–Sun, Oct 11–12, 2025
place	Nogata Riverside Park, Nogata City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Website	https://monogatari.fun/
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Forest of Dreams FestivalSat 10/11 – Sun 10/12, Nara Prefecture

yumenomori.net

Schedule	Sat–Sun, Oct 11–12, 2025
place	Kashihara Park, Kashihara City, Nara Prefecture / Around Kashiharajingū-mae Station Central Exit
Website	http://yumenomori.net/
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Osaka AcoloadOct 6 (Mon) – 7 (Tue), Osaka Prefecture

It’s a circuit event held at live bars around Higashi-Shinsaibashi. As the title suggests, it focuses on acoustic performances, and you can relax and enjoy a variety of artists’ sets while having food and drinks at the bar.

Schedule	Mon–Tue, Oct 6–7, 2025
place	Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Higashi-Umeda AZYTATE
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