List of Rock Festivals in the Kanto Region [2025–2026]
We’ve compiled a list of music festivals held in the Kanto region.
Here, we’ll introduce rock festivals with a particular focus on rock bands.
One of the appeals of Kanto festivals is that many are urban events with easy access.
A host of popular festivals are lined up back-to-back.
- Kanto’s Popular Music Festivals [2025]: A Complete Guide to Outdoor Events for Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter
- List of Rock Festivals Nationwide [2025]
- Tokyo Music Festivals [2025]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- Chiba Festival Calendar [2025]: A roundup of music festivals and outdoor events
- Free-Admission Festivals in the Kanto Region [2025]
- List of Rock Festival Information in Eastern Japan [2025]
- Kanagawa Festival Calendar [2025]: Roundup of Music Festivals and Outdoor Events
- Saitama Festival Calendar [2025]: Music Festivals and Outdoor Events Summary
- Ibaraki Festival Calendar [2025]: A Roundup of Music Festivals and Outdoor Events
- Gunma Music Festivals [2025]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary
- List of Rock Festivals in May [2025]
- [2025] Complete Kanto Summer Festival Guide: Music Festivals and Outdoor Festival Info
- Rock Festival Calendar for December [2025]
Past events
Muni Fest -act14-Sat, Jul 5 – Saitama Prefecture
Muni Fest is a free outdoor rock event held under the slogan “Street performances for rock bands too!” Its appeal lies in the chance to casually enjoy high-quality indie rock bands that you rarely get to see outside of live houses. Be the first to witness the dawn of Japan’s music scene with your own eyes.
| Schedule | Saturday, July 5, 2025 |
| place | Tokorozawa Aviation Park Outdoor Stage, Saitama Prefecture |
| Website | https://munifes.com/ |
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TAKASAKI CITY ROCK FES.Sat 6/28 – Sun 6/29, Gunma Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, June 28, 2025 – Sunday, June 29, 2025 |
| place | Gunma Prefecture, Takasaki City, Takasaki Arts Theater / G Messe Gunma / Takasaki Arena / Around Takasaki Station |
| Website | https://takasakicity-rockfes.com/ |
Tsure-den FestSat, 6/28, Kanagawa Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, June 28, 2025 |
| place | CLUB CITTA, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.office-augusta.com/wasureranneyo/tsureden2023/ |
YATSUI FESTIVAL!June 21 (Sat) – 22 (Sun), Tokyo Metropolis
Yatsui Ichirō of the comedy duo Eleki Comic is also known for his work as a rock DJ, actively engaging in the music industry by releasing compilation albums and more. This is an event he hosts. Rather than being a club music event, it’s a crossover-style event that incorporates a wide range of music.
| Schedule | June 21 (Sat)–22 (Sun), 2025 |
| place | Tokyo, Shibuya Ward: Spotify O-EAST / Spotify O-WEST / Spotify O-nest 5F, 6F / Spotify O-Crest / duo MUSIC EXCHANGE / clubasia / LOFT9 Shibuya / WOMBLIVE |
| Website | http://yatsui-fes.com/ |
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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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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 |





