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
Chiba Prefecture
rockin’on sonicSun, 1/4 (Chiba Prefecture)
| Schedule | Sunday, January 4, 2026 |
| place | Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | https://rockinonsonic.com/ |
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ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVALSat 9/12–Sun 9/13, Chiba Prefecture
ROCK IN JAPAN, organized by Rockin’ On Japan, is one of Japan’s premier summer festivals alongside Summer Sonic and Fuji Rock. Since 2014 it has been held over four days, making it one of the largest events in the country. With an exceptionally impressive lineup every year, attending Rockin’ might be the perfect way to catch all the most popular Japanese bands.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Sep 12–13, 2026 |
| place | Soga Sports Park, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | http://rijfes.jp |
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ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVALSep 19 (Sat) – 21 (Mon), Chiba Prefecture
ROCK IN JAPAN, organized by Rockin’ On Japan, is one of Japan’s premier summer festivals alongside Summer Sonic and Fuji Rock. Since 2014 it has been held over four days, making it one of the largest events in the country. With an exceptionally impressive lineup every year, attending Rockin’ might be the perfect way to catch all the most popular Japanese bands.

| Schedule | Sat–Mon, Sep 19–21, 2026 |
| place | Soga Sports Park, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | http://rijfes.jp |
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Kanagawa Prefecture
The Covers’ FesThu, 11/20, Kanagawa Prefecture
The music program The Covers, broadcast monthly on BS Premium, offers a unique twist: the guest artists perform cover versions of classic songs that are familiar to them. The event The Covers’ Fes is organized by that program. It will feature collaborative performances between artists that you won’t see at other festivals. The event’s highlights will be aired on BS Premium at a later date.
| Schedule | Thursday, November 20, 2025 |
| place | Kanagawa Prefecture, Fujisawa City, Fujisawa Civic Hall |
| Website | http://www4.nhk.or.jp/thecovers/ |
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THICK FESTIVALSun, Jan 4 — Kanagawa Prefecture
A festival hosted by the three-piece melodic punk band SECRET 7 LINE will be held. In 2016, there was a great sorrow for them and for us fans, but seeing them overcome it and continue to perform is truly moving. Live-show kids, be sure to check it out.
| Schedule | Sunday, January 4, 2026 |
| place | Club Citta, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.thickfestival.com/ |
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Tama Music FestivalSat, Jan 17 — Kanagawa Prefecture
The cozy, community-driven music festival created by Tama Ward residents began in 2011. It’s held to provide a stage for artists active around Tama Ward and to boost local vitality and交流 through music. Participating artists cover a wide range of genres—jazz, brass band, dance, rock, pop—offering programs that people of all ages can enjoy. It’s a wonderful environment where local children can grow up familiar with music and have the chance to perform on stage. We hope you’ll join with your family!
| Schedule | Saturday, January 17, 2026 |
| place | Kawasaki City Tama Civic Hall, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.ongakunomachi.jp/event/33835/ |
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DEAD POP FESTiVALSat 4/4 – Sun 4/5, Kanagawa Prefecture
DEAD POP FESTiVAL, which has been held since 2010 under the slogan “Break the Wall,” has firmly established itself as an outdoor event and joined the ranks of summer open-air festivals. The festival is hosted by the hugely popular reggae-punk band SiM. Because SiM is always taking on new challenges, the event has featured initiatives unlike anything seen before. This year as well, their fresh ideas will no doubt make it an incredibly fun experience.
| Schedule | Sat, Apr 4–Sun, Apr 5, 2026 |
| place | Special Event Venue, Higashi-Ogishima East Park, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.deadpopfest.com |
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