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
Music and Hige-tachiSat, 8/30 – Niigata Prefecture
Music and Hige-tachi is a stadium-style rock festival held at HARD OFF ECO Stadium Niigata, a baseball park that can accommodate 30,000 people. When you think of summer festivals, you might picture outdoor stages, but because Music and Hige-tachi is held in a large stadium, you can enjoy a distinctly different atmosphere.
| Schedule | Saturday, August 30, 2025 |
| place | Niigata Prefecture, Niigata City, HARD OFF ECO Stadium Niigata |
| Website | https://otohige.com/ |
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@JAM EXPOSat 8/30 – Sun 8/31, Kanagawa Prefecture
@JAM EXPO, which began in 2014, is an event that has continued to be held even as the idol scene undergoes various changes. With the goal of widely introducing Japanese culture and further energizing the idol scene, it is carried out with passionate dedication. Aiming to be the best idol festival in Japan, it’s a must-see event for idol fans.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Aug 30–31, 2025 |
| place | Yokohama Arena, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.at-jam.jp/series |
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SHONAN MUSIC LOOPSat, 8/30 Kanagawa Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, August 30, 2025 |
| place | Kanagawa Prefecture, Fujisawa City, Shonan bit / Shinbori Live Hall Live House N |
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Teishaba FesSat, 8/30 – Niigata Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, August 30, 2025 |
| place | Kokorate, Koshiji Teishaba Exchange Facility, Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture |
Aizu Sake Sound FestivalSat, Aug 30 - Fukushima Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, August 30, 2025 |
| place | Fukushima Prefecture, Aizuwakamatsu City, Ai Bagel / Kazemachitei / DOGHOUSE / Chuo Children's Park |
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SUMMER FES at Ichinomiya BeachAug 29 (Fri)–31 (Sun), Chiba Prefecture
| Schedule | Fri, Aug 29–Sun, Aug 31, 2025 |
| place | Ichinomiya Beach, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | https://groupk.jp/summer-fes2025/ |
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bonchi fes.FURANOHokkaido, Fri 8/29–Sun 8/31
A summer event will be held at the Furano Ski Resort in Hokkaido. Under the theme “Resonating Senses — MIX ENTERTAINMENT,” a variety of content is prepared for you to enjoy in nature. At the venue overlooking Furano’s vast mountains—where your heart feels set free—there will be not only a music stage but also performances by artists to elevate the excitement. You can savor Hokkaido’s distinctive gourmet foods, and activities that engage all five senses are available for children as well, making this an event highly recommended for families.
| Schedule | Fri, Aug 29–Sun, Aug 31, 2025 |
| place | Furano Ski Resort, Kitanomine Zone, Furano City, Hokkaido |
| Website | https://bonchifes.com/ |
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