List of Rock Festivals in Western Japan [2025–2026]

Music Festival Master / Editor-in-ChiefKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC and in charge of music festivals. When I attended my first music festival as a freshman in college, I was captivated by its charm—“I can’t believe there’s a place this free and this fun.” I share information about wonderful music festivals every day to help grow the community of festival fans.

There are so many rock festivals nationwide that you may have had the experience of missing some.

To help you avoid that bitter experience, we’ve compiled information here on rock festivals held in western Japan.

Whether they’re festivals you already know or ones you’ve never heard of, we’ll introduce them all here.

Past events

FREEDOM NAGOYAMay 17 (Sat) – 18 (Sun), Aichi Prefecture

freedom.radcreation.jp

Freedom once overcame a crisis of cancellation through crowdfunding. It’s a “thank-you” festival for music fans, with a strong commitment to keeping admission free. On the day, live performances will take place one after another across multiple stages. Odaka Ryokuchi, the venue, is a pleasant spot with plenty of trees and lawns, and it’s also close to the station—access is excellent.

Schedule	Sat, May 17–Sun, May 18, 2025
place	Nagoya Odaka Green Area, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Website	http://freedom.radcreation.jp
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ACO CHiLL CAMPShizuoka Prefecture, Sat 5/17–Sun 5/18

acochill.com

ACO CHiLL CAMP has become an event that puts even more emphasis on acoustic music, chillout vibes, and camping. It’s a festival where you can fully enjoy music and outdoor activities. There are also plenty of other activities and workshops, and since it takes place in nature, it’s highly recommended for families with children. And of course, the soothing sounds of acoustic music are not to be missed.

Schedule	Sat, May 17–Sun, May 18, 2025
place	Fujisan Jukuu no Mori, Gotemba City, Shizuoka Prefecture
Website	http://acochill.com
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CIRCLEMay 17 (Sat) – 18 (Sun), Fukuoka Prefecture

circle.fukuoka.jp

CIRCLE is an event held every May. The venue is right by the sea, so you can enjoy the scent of the ocean while spending a wonderfully pleasant time at this spring outdoor festival. There’s also a designated area where you can set up tents, allowing you to relax and enjoy the festival at your own pace.

Schedule	Sat, May 17–Sun, May 18, 2025
place	Uminonakamichi Seaside Park Outdoor Theater, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Website	http://circle.fukuoka.jp
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