List of Summer Festivals in Western Japan Held During Summer Vacation [2025–2026]: Rock Festivals and Outdoor Music Festivals

Street Jazz is swinging big again this year! At STREET JAZZ SHIZUOKA, the jazz festival held in Aoba Park, you can enjoy high-quality performances by a variety of veteran jazz artists. There will also be many food stalls at the venue. Plus, this time we’re taking over the intersection in front of Shidax on Koganecho, so you can enjoy live jazz right in the heart of the city.

RUSH BALL is a summer tradition of Osaka’s rock scene that has been held since 1999. The venue, Izumiotsu Phoenix, faces the sea, where you can feel the ocean breeze, and its sprawling lawns make for an incredibly comfortable festival experience. The lineup never disappoints—expect everything from staple festival veterans to promising young newcomers!

A Samurai Rock Festival broadcast from the historic city of Kyoto! Naturally, it’s hosted by Kyoto’s own rock band, Inuningennyonzu. Even the stages have unique names like “Dog’s Death,” “Exposed Head,” and “Seppuku”! Look forward to the samurai who have gathered in Kyoto, with a declaration of war kicking things off!

Nanoboro Festa is a circuit-style festival held in Kyoto City. Compared to the star-studded lineup, the venues aren’t that large, so the uniquely frenzied atmosphere of the packed stages is addictive once you experience it. It’s also characterized by each performing artist having their own distinct worldview.

A key theme of this festival is that it’s handmade by citizens, with professionals and amateurs working side by side without barriers, creating the festival from the same perspective. It features nonstop music and numerous booths, giving it a strong, festive atmosphere.