[2025–2026] Special Feature on Music Festivals & Outdoor Events in the Chugoku and Shikoku Regions

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.
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.

Experience the excitement of a music festival set against the grand stage woven by the rich nature of the Chugoku and Shikoku regions.

From the refreshing sea breeze of the Seto Inland Sea to the crisp air of the mountain valleys, this musical celebration unfolds across a variety of venues.

From heartfelt performances by local artists to breathtaking sets by acclaimed musicians active nationwide, a luxurious music experience awaits you.

Create special memories in open-air spaces where music, food, and nature come together in perfect harmony.

Past events

Peach FestSat, 7/19 — Tottori Prefecture

hanatotane.com

Schedule	Saturday, July 19, 2025
place	Tottori Prefecture, Tottori City, Torinosu Kobe
Website	https://hanatotane.com/

Sign’s Fest.Tottori Prefecture, Sat 7/5–Sun 7/6

http://www.yumebanchi.jp

Schedule	Sat–Sun, July 5–6, 2025
place	Yonago Convention Center BiG SHiP, Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture
Website	https://www.yumebanchi.jp/event/28107/
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eee FESSunday, 6/22, Hiroshima Prefecture

Schedule	Sunday, June 22, 2025
place	Josenji Temple, Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
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Kurara FesSun, Jun 8 – Hiroshima Prefecture

kurara-hall.jp

Schedule	Sunday, June 8, 2025
place	Kurara, Higashihiroshima Arts and Culture Hall, Higashihiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Website	https://kurara-hall.jp/event/%E7%AC%AC17%E5%9B%9E%E3%81%B2%E3%81%8C%E3%81%97%E3%81%B2%E3%82%8D%E3%81%97%E3%81%BE%E9%9F%B3%E6%A5%BD%E7%A5%AD%E3%80%8E%E3%81%8F%E3%82%89%E3%82%89%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%82%B92024%E3%80%8F/

Firefly FestivalSunday, June 8 — Okayama Prefecture

hotarufes.com

HOTARU Fes is a music festival held in Hokubo, Maniwa City—home to the world’s most fireflies. Organized by local music and event enthusiasts, it takes place every June when the fireflies dance. Musicians from a variety of genres, as well as food vendors, workshops, and art from in and outside Okayama Prefecture, gather with Maniwa at the center, creating a festival that people of all ages—from small children to adults—can enjoy all day. You can let loose to live music, enjoy delicious meals and sweets, and take part in workshops or get a portrait drawn. After enjoying HOTARU Fes, be moved by the breathtaking display of Hokubo’s world-leading firefly swarms.