Japan hosts various regional festivals and markets in October 2026

Various regional events and festivals are taking place across Japan throughout October 2026, ranging from music festivals to specialized markets.

In Fukui Prefecture, the Rock Roshi Starry Music Festival is being held at Rokyoshi Plateau to promote the area's stargazing and camping appeal, featuring 22 artists including Wednesday Campanella and Mongolian800. Additionally, the Sabae JAM Festival has commenced at Nishiyama Park, drawing thousands of attendees to performances by artists such as Yu Takahashi and EGO-WRAPPIN'.

In Tokyo, the Earth Garden Autumn 2026 event will feature 81 shops and workshops at Yoyogi Park, including the Tokyo Night Market. Kobe is hosting the GREEN MARKET KOBE 2026 Autumn at Higashi Yuenchi, focusing on botanical crafts, plants, and food. Other notable local activities include a character pop-up store in Fuchu, a flea market at the MrMax Shonan Fujisawa Shopping Center, and the STAR Fes music event at Pia Arena MM in Kanagawa.