What this is
Formerly the Inazuma Rock Festival, this rebranded multi-genre outdoor music event — now called FEST. INAZUMA — is organized by T.M.Revolution's Takaaki Nishikawa himself, making it one of the few major Japanese festivals conceived and curated by a headline artist. Spread across three days at the Karamatsutaninsho Grassland Plaza in Kyoto, the 2026 lineup spans rock, pop, and idol acts including T.M.Revolution, Momoiro Clover Z, Da-iCE, RIIZE, Chevon, and Novelbright.
Who should go
J-pop and J-rock fans who want a broad, festival-format lineup rather than a single-artist show. RIIZE's inclusion makes this a draw for K-pop fans too. Not a niche underground event — expect a mainstream, enthusiastic Japanese crowd.
Good to know
Tickets are typically sold via eplus.jp, pia.jp, and Lawson Ticket — all three platforms accept foreign credit cards, and Lawson convenience store pickup (combini) is the most reliable collection method for visitors without a Japanese delivery address. As an outdoor grassland festival, the venue is all-standing on grass, so waterproof footwear and a portable seat mat are worth packing. Merchandise lines can be extremely long at Japanese festivals — arriving at doors-open time is strongly recommended if you want official goods. Cash is advisable for food and drink stalls at the venue, though some vendors may accept IC cards. Day tickets and three-day passes are usually available, so check the official site for the format that suits your schedule.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.