I want to enjoy myself freely, on my own! Music festivals recommended for solo attendees.

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• 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.

SINGER SONG WRITERS (Singer-Songwriters) | Osaka Prefecture

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This is an event in Osaka Prefecture focused mainly on solo performances with singing and guitar.

The highlight of this event is that the venue is an open-air music hall.

At the Osaka-jo Outdoor Music Hall, there are permanent seats arranged so you can enjoy the live performance while seated.

Also, the seats themselves are non-reserved, so you can sit wherever you like and enjoy the live show however you want.

Since it's not an intense live show where moshing happens, we recommend taking it easy and enjoying it at your own pace.

BURST MAX | Shimane Prefecture

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BURST MAX is a music festival that has been held in Shimane Prefecture since 2007.

Just like the event title suggests, it’s a music festival where you can really let loose and have a blast.

Among those thinking of going to a festival alone, aren't there some who don't want acquaintances to see them getting all excited?

I don’t want acquaintances to see me, but I still want to have fun! This is the perfect event for people like you this fall.

Since it’s in Shimane, it’d be nice to book a place after the festival and take it easy to unwind from everyday fatigue.

Kawasaki Jazz | Kanagawa Prefecture

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Jazz festivals are also recommended as music festivals to attend on your own.

Jazz festivals often turn various parts of the city into venues, and what’s great is that you can just drop by casually while out for a walk.

By the way, in the case of Kawasaki Jazz, the venues include Club Citta and several halls.

Isn't it an event you can join without worrying even if you go alone?

Butafes ~NAMAKEBUTA METABOLIC ROCK FESTIVAL~

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Butafes is an all-you-can-eat-style rock circuit event by the rock band alcott from Kobe.

It’s a circuit event held at live music venues around Sannomiya Station, featuring a lineup centered on up-and-coming young bands that are currently gaining momentum.

As expected, circuit events are recommended for those attending solo.

Because you can freely go around various venues as you like, you can check out any bands that catch your interest.

Let's fully enjoy this circuit event, where the charm lies in discovering new music!

DOGIMAZUN Nagoya | Aichi Prefecture

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DOGIMAZUN is a circuit event held during the Halloween season.

Since it takes place on Halloween, we definitely recommend joining in costume!

Perfect for those who feel embarrassed about being seen acting differently than usual when they’re with acquaintances.

Why not take full advantage of the Halloween events to have a great time—and maybe even use that momentum to make some new friends?

Of course, music lovers—including fans of the headlining rock band UZMK and the other performing bands—will be gathering, so it might be a great opportunity to make new music friends.

Dera Rock Festival | Aichi Prefecture

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Dera Rock Festival, one of the largest circuit events in Nagoya.

It’s a large circuit event with around 200 artists performing over two days, but since each show is held at its respective live venue, it should be relatively easy to attend even on your own, don’t you think?

This circuit event is a must-see for fans of Japanese rock bands, featuring a wide range of performers from local Nagoya bands to artists active nationwide.

If you’re someone who regularly goes to live houses, this is especially recommended since you can enjoy many live shows at once at a live house.

Machioto | Okayama Prefecture

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Machioto is a circuit-style event that uses the city of Okayama, presented by hoshioto—the outdoor festival held around May each year in Okayama Prefecture.

With initiatives like auditions limited to artists active in the Chugoku region—aimed at providing opportunities to encounter new music and engage with Okayama’s music scene—this event promises abundant chances to discover fresh sounds.

Recommended for those who want to discover and enjoy new music without being disturbed by anyone!

In conclusion

How was it?

Of course, festivals are fun when you go with friends and get all hyped together, but going solo has its own appeal: you can roam between stages however you like, freely choose when to watch a set or take a break, and enjoy everything entirely on your own terms.

In that regard, circuit-style events and performances at outdoor venues with unreserved seating are especially recommended.

You might meet someone else who also came alone and end up making a new music friend!

How about freely and wholeheartedly enjoying the music festival?