Tokyo Music Festivals [2025–2026] Outdoor Festivals & Events Guide

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.

In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of music festivals taking place in Tokyo.

As Japan’s central hub, Tokyo hosts an incredible variety of music events of all sizes and genres throughout the year.

In addition to major festivals that draw popular artists from Japan and abroad, there are also plenty of smaller, handmade events that radiate a warm, personal touch.

The musical spectrum is just as diverse—rock, jazz, hip-hop, reggae, anime songs, and even club music.

You’re sure to find an event that makes you think, “I want to go!” so use this article to discover the ones that really speak to you.

Past events

Sumida Street Jazz FestivalSat 10/18 – Sun 10/19, Tokyo

sumida-jazz.jp

Held since 2010, this event features performances by a variety of artists at multiple venues across Sumida Ward. There are also programs designed for young children, making it a recommended event for families with kids.

Schedule	Sat, Oct 18 – Sun, Oct 19, 2025
place	Kinshicho Station / Ryogoku Station / Tokyo Skytree area, Sumida City, Tokyo
Website	http://sumida-jazz.jp
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