November Music Festivals [2025–2026]: A roundup of autumn festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events

This popular event, previously held in Tokyo and Osaka, moved its venue to Okinawa in 2022 and has been gradually expanding in scale. It features buzzworthy artists as well as performers active in the local scene. With hip-hop and DJ performances, it’s designed to be enjoyed without being tied to any single music genre. While listening to music across two stages, be sure to check out the food and drinks at the popular food booths in Nago City, Okinawa, where the event takes place.

Nihonmatsudera Fest is held by opening up the temple to the public. Based on the idea that temples once served as the center of community gatherings, this event was planned to raise awareness of temples in modern times and help people feel closer to them. Hopefully, performances by artists and the food-and-drink booths will spark interactions among visitors.

Six artist acts will perform live across six venues in five bars of the GULLIVER Group. Unlike a typical circuit event, each artist stays at a fixed venue and plays two to three sets with breaks in between. Attendees move from venue to venue to enjoy the shows. The event runs from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., so you can relax and enjoy food, drinks, and music at your own pace.