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The season of exhilarating summer festivals has arrived in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions, wrapped in the Seto Inland Sea’s refreshing sea breeze and the lush greenery of the surrounding mountains.
Open-air stages set against vast natural backdrops, a rich array of festival food made with local ingredients, and unforgettable musical experiences await.
From major music festivals held at characterful venues to small, community-rooted events, here are our top recommendations.
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Past events
Mizuaru Latin FestSun, 6/1 Tottori Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, June 1, 2025 |
| place | Tottori Prefecture Matsue City COCO MATSUE |
Kochi Jazz FestaSun, 6/1 – Kochi Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, June 1, 2025 |
| place | La Vita Kochi Store, Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture |
| Website | https://la-vita.co.jp/kochi-jazzfesta2024/ |
Firefly FestivalSunday, June 8 — Okayama Prefecture
HOTARU Fes is a music festival held in Hokubo, Maniwa City—home to the world’s most fireflies. Organized by local music and event enthusiasts, it takes place every June when the fireflies dance. Musicians from a variety of genres, as well as food vendors, workshops, and art from in and outside Okayama Prefecture, gather with Maniwa at the center, creating a festival that people of all ages—from small children to adults—can enjoy all day. You can let loose to live music, enjoy delicious meals and sweets, and take part in workshops or get a portrait drawn. After enjoying HOTARU Fes, be moved by the breathtaking display of Hokubo’s world-leading firefly swarms.
| Schedule | Sunday, June 8, 2025 |
| place | Okayama Prefecture Maniwa City Hokubo Cosmos Dome / Cultural Center Hall |
| Website | http://hotarufes.com/ |
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Kurara FesSun, Jun 8 – Hiroshima Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, June 8, 2025 |
| place | Kurara, Higashihiroshima Arts and Culture Hall, Higashihiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture |
| Website | https://kurara-hall.jp/event/%E7%AC%AC17%E5%9B%9E%E3%81%B2%E3%81%8C%E3%81%97%E3%81%B2%E3%82%8D%E3%81%97%E3%81%BE%E9%9F%B3%E6%A5%BD%E7%A5%AD%E3%80%8E%E3%81%8F%E3%82%89%E3%82%89%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%82%B92024%E3%80%8F/ |
eee FESSunday, 6/22, Hiroshima Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, June 22, 2025 |
| place | Josenji Temple, Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture |
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Sign’s Fest.Tottori Prefecture, Sat 7/5–Sun 7/6
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, July 5–6, 2025 |
| place | Yonago Convention Center BiG SHiP, Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.yumebanchi.jp/event/28107/ |
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Peach FestSat, 7/19 — Tottori Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, July 19, 2025 |
| place | Tottori Prefecture, Tottori City, Torinosu Kobe |
| Website | https://hanatotane.com/ |