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Summer Sonic
Summer Sonic, another one of Japan’s massive music festivals, returns in 2026 with a milestone celebration. Marking its 25th anniversary, the long-running event is expanding to three days for the first time, taking place from Aug 14 to 16 across two simultaneous locations: ZOZO Marine Stadium and Makuhari Messe in Tokyo, and Expo ’70 Commemorative Park in Osaka.
What makes Summer Sonic unique is its dual-city format, where fans can catch the same stacked lineup in either Tokyo’s neighbouring Chiba or Osaka. This year’s bill once again blends global stars with major Asian acts, featuring names like The Strokes, Jennie, FKA Twigs and Keshi, alongside a mix of rock, pop, electronic and K-pop artists.
