Summer Music Festivals Held in Eastern Japan [2025–2026]
From large-scale festivals to smaller ones, there are now countless exciting festivals being held.
Especially in summer, there are so many that it’s hard to keep up with all the information.
Here, we’ve compiled a list of summer music festivals taking place in eastern Japan.
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Past events
Hachioji Soul Festival & CarnivalSat 6/14 – Sun 6/15, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, June 14–15, 2025 |
| place | Esforta Arena Hachioji, Hachioji City, Tokyo |
| Website | http://www.8-dama.com/index2.html |
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MiMiNOKO ROCK FES JAPAN in KichijojiSat, 6/14 Tokyo Metropolis
MiMiNOKO ROCK FES JAPAN is a circuit event that takes place across multiple live venues in Kichijoji. The lineup focuses on next-break artists whose popularity is on the verge of exploding. It’s a can’t-miss event for anyone tuned into Japan’s indie and rock scenes!
| Schedule | Sat, June 14, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Musashino City: CLUB SEATA / ROCK JOINT GB / WARP / SHUFFLE / SILVER ELEPHANT / eos BASEMENT / STAR PINE’S CAFE / Daydream / Planet K / BLACK AND BLUE |
| Website | http://miminoko69.com/ |
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SATANIC CARNIVALChiba Prefecture, Sat 6/14–Sun 6/15
This event is hosted by PIZZA OF DEATH, led by Ken Yokoyama, guitarist of the legendary three-piece punk band Hi-STANDARD. There’s no doubt it’ll feature a scorching lineup again this year. A must-check event for live music fans.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, June 14–15, 2025 |
| place | Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls 9–11, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | http://carnival.satanic.jp |
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Shinshu Renaissance Outdoor FestivalSat, 6/14 Nagano Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, June 14, 2025 |
| place | Shinshu International Music Village, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture |
Ootori Music FestivalSaturday, June 14 — Yamagata Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, June 14, 2025 |
| place | Otorishizen-no-Ie Ground, Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture |
| Website | https://ootori-musicfestival.mystrikingly.com/ |
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FESTIVAL FRUEZINHOSat, 6/14 Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sat, June 14, 2025 |
| place | Tachikawa Stage Garden, Tachikawa City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://fruezinho.com/ |
FUJI ROCK WEEK at Tokyo Midtown YaesuFri 6/13–Fri 6/27, Tokyo Metropolis
A pre-event for the Fuji Rock Festival will be held in Tokyo. It’s the perfect opportunity to get a feel for Fuji Rock in advance and do a little prep. You can experience on-site-style activities like workshops, enjoy delicious food, and on stage, a carefully selected lineup of artists with ties to the festival will energize the venue with live performances that capture the day’s atmosphere. It’s especially recommended for those who’ve never been to Fuji Rock!
| Schedule | Friday, June 13, 2025 – Friday, June 27, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, Chuo City, Tokyo — 1F Galleria / 2F Yaesu Public |