Music
Summer Sonic
서머소닉
Summer Sonic is an annual urban music festival held simultaneously over one weekend in August in Chiba (Tokyo area) and Osaka, Japan. Known for its accessible format, the lineup rotates between the two cities, allowing visitors to enjoy a day trip. The festival features major international acts alongside Japanese artists from various labels, and in 2026, it will expand to three days.
- Date
- 2026-08-14 ~ 2026-08-16
- City
- Tokyo
- Country
- 🇯🇵 Japan
- Audience
- Young
- Hotels (per night)
- $90–250
- Venue
- ZOZO Marine Stadium · Makuhari Messe
Typical 25–30°C · ~47% chance of rain on a given day (2016-2025 avg)
✈️ Getting There
- Airport Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND)
- Local access JR Keiyo line to Kaihimmakuhari, 10-min walk
- Where to base Makuhari hotels, or central Tokyo (~30 min commute)
⭐ Community & Reviews
- “Official Tour Thread - Summer Sonic - Osaka, JAPAN [14th August 2026]. Tour threads are for anything and everything relating to the relevant show. Discussion,”
- “The festival happens at two locations, Tokyo and Osaka, with most musicians playing at both places (although some may only be at one) on different days. For”
- “Summer Sonic 2004 (Tokyo) – Hall 4 at Makuhari Messe, SUMMER SONIC 2026 performances including BAND-MAID, with a highlights show on September 27 and full day”
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FAQ
When is Summer Sonic 2026?
It runs 2026-08-14 ~ 2026-08-16.
Where is Summer Sonic held?
In Tokyo, Japan, at ZOZO Marine Stadium · Makuhari Messe.
How do I get tickets?
Buy from the official ticket page. Popular festivals sell out early, so check on-sale dates in advance.
Where should I stay?
Makuhari hotels, or central Tokyo (~30 min commute)
What's the weather like?
Based on the last 10 years, expect 25–30°C with roughly a 47% chance of rain on any given day.