Tokai Region Popular Winter Festivals Special [2025–2026]: Introducing Venues and Artists
A series of hot music festivals to blow away the cold will once again take place across the Tokai region this year.
Unique festivals will be held throughout Aichi, Shizuoka, Gifu, Mie, and more, featuring powerful performances by top artists from Japan and abroad.
Here’s a look at winter music festivals filled with heartwarming musical encounters and a rich array of content, including local gourmet food, art, and workshops.
December
Aoi Crossing ParadeSat, Dec 6 – Aichi Prefecture
https://x.com/AoiParade2025/status/1956680363763187996| Schedule | Saturday, December 6, 2025 |
| place | Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya City, HeartLand / sunset BLUE / CLOVER HOUSE / CENTRE |
| Website | http://sunset-blue.net/aoi-crossing-parade/ |
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ONE STEP LIVESat, Dec 6 – Shizuoka Prefecture
ONE STEP LIVE is organized and run primarily by local university students, driven by the hope that it will serve as a catalyst—one of those moments in which, amid our changed daily lives, people can find dreams and make friends to share them with. The structure enables students to turn ideas into reality, connect with one another, and engage with local companies, broadening their future paths through these experiences. Students and businesses work together to energize the event. There are also thoughtfully designed activities that parents and children can enjoy casually, making it a family-friendly music festival we highly recommend.
| Schedule | Saturday, December 6, 2025 |
| place | Tsumagoi Resort Sainosato, Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture |
| Website | https://onesteplive.com/ |
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GO OUT CAMP WinterFri 12/12 – Sun 12/14, Shizuoka Prefecture
Organized by the magazine GO OUT, this is one of the largest camping festivals in Japan and has been held in various formats as part of the GO OUT CAMP series. Among them, this camp-in festival is rare for being held in winter, making it especially recommended for those accustomed to winter camping. You can enjoy a unique experience gazing at the night sky in the crisp, clear air or listening to music by the campfire with a drink in hand. The venue also offers a variety of activities and markets, so it’s an event where you can choose how you want to spend your time freely.
| Schedule | Fri, Dec 12–Sun, Dec 14, 2025 |
| place | Fumotoppara, Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.gooutcamp.jp/winter/ |
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Year-end Adjustment GIGSun, 12/14, Aichi Prefecture
https://www.instagram.com/p/DPV3QXLkxVLA four-day live tour taking place from December 22 to 25 at live music venues in Nagoya. The lineup is exciting, transcending genres and generations, and you’re sure to discover new music. Let’s wrap up the year’s concerts with the Year-End Adjustment GIG!
| Schedule | Sunday, December 14, 2025 |
| place | Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya City, Nagoya DIAMOND HALL / Shinsakae Shangri-La |
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MERRY ROCK PARADESat 12/20 – Sun 12/21, Aichi Prefecture
https://x.com/merryrockparade/status/1964123886011764792MERRY ROCK PARADE is held every year during the Christmas season. The annual Merry Rock is a can’t-miss Christmas rock festival! Let’s go all out at Merry Rock this Christmas!
| Schedule | Saturday–Sunday, December 20–21, 2025 |
| place | Port Messe Nagoya, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.merryrockparade.jp/ |
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OTODAMA — OTOCONSun, 12/21 Aichi Prefecture
https://x.com/OTOCON_DG/status/1975077510770835693| Schedule | Sunday, December 21, 2025 |
| place | Wakamiya Plaza, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture |
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January
Bukurock! Festival NagoyaSun, Jan 18 — Aichi Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, January 18, 2026 |
| place | Diamond Hall, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture / SPESDBOX |
| Website | https://nafr.noor.jp/bukurock/2025/index.html |





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