Music Festivals Around the World in Ōta-ku, Japan

1. Summer Sonic Festival

Annual music festival held across two locations in Tokyo, featuring international and local artists.

Unique Lineup: Offers a diverse mix of genres, from rock to hip-hop, electronic to pop.
Two Venues: Takes place at Tokyo's Makuhari Messe and Western Tokyo's Kinshicho Sonic Park.
Day and Night Events: Events run both day and night, offering a full music experience.

Three-day heavy metal music festival held at Makuhari Messe.

A live music venue in Ota-ku offering a variety of performances.

Versatile Schedule: Hosts events almost every day, ranging from concerts to DJ sets.
Local Artists: Supports and showcases emerging local artists.
Intimate Venue: Provides a small, intimate atmosphere for fans to enjoy live music.

Outdoor concert venue in Ota-ku with a unique rooftop stage.

Rooftop Stage: Features an open-air stage on the roof, offering panoramic views of Tokyo.
Versatile Lineup: Hosts a variety of artists, from pop to electronic music.
Outdoor Experience: Offers an outdoor concert experience in the heart of Tokyo.

Yearly music fair featuring artists and merchandise from various genres.

Artist Meet-and-Greets: Provides opportunities for fans to meet their favorite artists.
Merchandise Shops: Allows fans to purchase official artist merchandise.
Fan Culture Celebration: Celebrates the unique Japanese fan culture surrounding music.

Street dedicated to live music performances in Ota-ku.

Live Music Every Night: Offers live music performances every night.
Variety of Genres: Hosts a variety of genres, including jazz, blues, and rock.
Local Bars and Restaurants: Surrounded by local bars and restaurants for food and drinks.

Indoor music festival featuring artists from around the world.

Worldwide Artists: Invites artists from over 75 countries to perform.
Compact Event: All performances take place within a single day.
Cultural Exchange: Promotes cultural exchange and understanding through music.

Annual jazz festival held in Ota-ku at the Tokyo Dome City Attraction.

International Artists: Invites international jazz artists to perform.
Jazz Workshops: Offers jazz workshops and seminars for fans and musicians.
Variety of Styles: Coveres a variety of jazz styles, from bebop to contemporary.

Annual idol music festival featuring Japanese idols and groups.

Idol Culture: Celebrates the unique Japanese idol culture.
Idol Groups: Features a wide variety of idol groups and solo artists.
Fan Interaction: Offers opportunities for fans to interact with their favorite idols.

Electronic music festival held in Ota-ku featuring local and international DJs.

Electronic Music Focus: Primarily focuses on electronic music genres.
Underground Scene: Supports and showcases the underground electronic music scene.
Light Shows: Features elaborate light shows during performances.

Annual concert featuring the theme songs from popular anime series.

Traditional taiko drum performance during the Kanda Matsuri festival.

Traditional Drumming: Features traditional Japanese taiko drumming.
Religious Significance: Performed as part of the Shinto Kanda Myojin festival.
Community Participation: Encourages community participation and unity.

Local ska band performing regularly at venues in Ota-ku.

Original Music: Plays a mix of original and cover songs.
High Energy Performances: Known for their high-energy, crowd-interactive performances.
Local Favorite: A favorite local band among residents and tourists alike.

Jazz orchestra performing at venues in Ota-ku.

Big Band Sound: Plays big band jazz arrangements.
Local Talent: Features talented local musicians.
Versatile Repertoire: Covers a variety of jazz styles, from swing to bossa nova.

Self-guided music walk in Ota-ku exploring local music venues and history.