List of Rock Festivals Nationwide [2025–2026]
A must-see for festival lovers! We’ve gathered rock festivals from all over Japan! The real charm of rock fests is wandering around and catching lots of different rock bands.
It’s a great chance to discover amazing new bands.
Let’s head to the fests and find tons of new connections!
- List of Rock Festivals in the Kanto Region [2025]
- List of Rock Festivals in Kansai [2025]
- List of Rock Festivals in Tokai [2025]
- List of Local Festivals Nationwide [2025]
- List of Rock Festivals in Kyushu [2025]
- Rock Festival Calendar for December [2025]
- List of Rock Festivals in May [2025]
- List of Rock Festivals in Western Japan [2025]
- List of Artist-Hosted Festivals Nationwide [2025]
- [Held in 2025] Recommended Music Festivals: A roundup of outdoor festivals and major rock festivals you should visit at least once
- List of Rock Festivals in January [2025]
- October Music Festivals [2025]: A roundup of fall festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events
- [2025] Complete Kanto Summer Festival Guide: Music Festivals and Outdoor Festival Info
Tokyo Metropolis
NEW REALM FESTSat, 12/13, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Saturday, December 13, 2025 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Shibuya Ward, Spotify O-nest |
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New Year Rock FestivalWed, 12/31 Tokyo, Japan
The New Year Rock Festival, a historic New Year’s Eve rock fest that began in 1973, has long been popular. With the slogan “Kōhaku isn’t the only show in town,” it has been cherished as a coveted event for rock bands. After organizer Yuya Uchida passed away, HIRØ from Kaiki Gesshoku took over as producer and the festival will be newly held. And in 2020, it will take the form of its first-ever audience-free, live-streamed New Year’s Eve concert—an unprecedented format that’s shaping up to be an event no one could have predicted.
| Schedule | Wednesday, December 31, 2025 |
| place | Shibuya Stream Hall, Shibuya, Tokyo |
| Website | https://newyearrockfestival.com/ |
Bukkurock! Festival TokyoSun, Feb 8, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sunday, February 8, 2026 |
| place | Ota City, Tokyo, Zepp Haneda |
Oaiko FESSun, Jun 7 — Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sunday, June 7, 2026 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis, Shibuya Ward, WWW X / WWW / TOKIO TOKYO / SHIBUYA FOWS / SHIBUYA XXI |
| Website | https://oaikofes.jp/ |
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Chiba Prefecture
Kishidan ExpoSat 11/15–Sun 11/16, Chiba Prefecture
Kishidan Expo, organized by the rock band Kishidan, was first held as an outdoor festival in 2012. Set at Sodegaura Seaside Park in Chiba Prefecture, it grew into a major rock festival that drew 60,000 attendees in 2014. As the title suggests, the event is hosted by the rock band Kishidan, and its appeal lies in a remarkably diverse lineup—from rock bands and singer-songwriters to idol groups—allowing audiences to enjoy many popular acts all at once.
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 15–Sun, Nov 16, 2025 |
| place | Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls 9–11, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.kishidanbanpaku.com |
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Festival of Infinite FutureNov 22 (Sat) – 24 (Mon), Chiba Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, Nov 22, 2025 – Mon, Nov 24, 2025 |
| place | Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls 9–11, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | https://jinmiraisai.com/ |
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WiRELESS CARNiVALSaturday, 11/22, Chiba Prefecture
I think many people have become more cautious about going to live shows since the COVID-19 outbreak. This camp-in festival, organized by WiRELESS, a live event promoter, was planned with the hope of creating moments that let people enjoy themselves as much as they did before—if not more. There are rental plans and bus tours from Tokyo to the venue, so even those without equipment or a car can join easily, making it accessible for first-timers. Why not take this opportunity to relax and enjoy music with your family and friends?
| Schedule | Saturday, November 22, 2025 |
| place | Longwood Station, Nagara, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | https://wireless-carnival.com/ |
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