Winter Music Festivals in Eastern Japan [2025–2026]
Have you ever been to a winter music festival?
Festivals are often associated with summer, but there are plenty of exciting ones held in winter too.
Here’s a roundup of winter festivals in eastern Japan that you won’t want to miss—even in the colder months.
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- Chiba Festival Calendar [2025]: A roundup of music festivals and outdoor events
- January Music Festivals [2025]: A roundup of New Year music events, including winter fests and outdoor live shows
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- Iwate Music Festivals [2025]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- Summer Music Festivals Held in Eastern Japan [2025]
- List of Rock Festival Information in Eastern Japan [2025]
- Fukushima Music Festivals [2025] – Outdoor Festivals and Event Roundup
- Kanto Winter Festival Guide [2025]: Must-See Events for Music Lovers
Fukui Prefecture
beat phoenixSat, Dec 20 – Fukui Prefecture
It’s a music festival organized by FM Fukui that has been running since 2006. Numerous artists who are gaining nationwide attention perform there. For many of them, this event often marks their first live show in Fukui.
| Schedule | Saturday, December 20, 2025 |
| place | Phoenix Plaza, Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.beatphoenix.com/2019/ |
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Niigata Prefecture
Niigata Jazz StreetSat, Jan 24 — Niigata Prefecture
This event, launched with the hope of brightening and energizing Niigata, is a jazz festival held at venues such as restaurants, jazz cafes, and halls throughout Niigata City. Influenced by the postwar occupation forces and the American Cultural Center, Niigata has long had strong ties to jazz. On this day, the city becomes a “music theme park,” offering a day of enjoyment for everyone from adults to children.
| Schedule | Saturday, January 24, 2026 |
| place | Niigata Prefecture, Niigata City / Various venues in the city center |
| Website | https://niigatajazzstreet.com/ |
Nagano Prefecture
Onsen Ongaku, Winter — Kanaguya at Shibu Onsen, Nagano, ShinshūSat 12/13 – Sun 12/14, Nagano Prefecture
As the title “Onsen Onraku” suggests, this is a rare music festival that takes over the entire Kanaguya hot spring inn in Nagano Prefecture. In this historic building, you can feel Japanese culture while it blends with contemporary music, creating a mysterious space that feels truly otherworldly. With event tickets that include accommodation, you can enjoy music, winter hot springs, and travel all in one for a special weekend. Because the event is held with a limited number of attendees, it’s recommended for those who want to relax both mind and body.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Dec 13–14, 2025 |
| place | Kanaguya, Shibu Onsen, Nagano Prefecture |
| Website | http://onsen-ongaku.com/ |
HAKUBA Winter FestivalFeb 6 (Fri) – 7 (Sat), Nagano Prefecture
| Schedule | Fri, Feb 6 – Sat, Feb 7, 2026 |
| place | Kamikō, 22203-78, Hakuba-mura, Nagano Prefecture |
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