TOPIC OF THE WEEK JULY 12. 2024~

Summer Festivals 2024

rural 2023

The setting for this year's "rural" event is the "nowhere CAMP" campsite in the "cafe & activity nowhere" located in the Numajiri Highlands of Inawashiro Town, a rich natural setting surrounded by beautiful mountains and lakes in the Tohoku region, at the foot of Mount Adatara, one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan.
The one and only Jane Fitz from overseas, Jade Seatle who organizes the warehouse party Night Moves with her, Forest Drive West, a producer who has been attracting attention from deep techno lovers, mad miran who is making a name for himself with his unpredictable mixing sense, and the Korean underground scene. mad miran, S.O.N.S., an important figure in the Korean underground scene; from Japan, AKIRAM EN, who will perform b2b with Jane Fitz on the eve of the festival; Dr. Nishimura, a member of the legendary Phew's live show, "Devil's Swamp"; DJ HISUI, owner of "DJ BAR HISUI" in Aizu Wakamatsu, Japan Various artists will gather at "rural".
The campsite provided by "cafe & activity nowhere," there are also a variety of activities that take advantage of nature, such as trekking and mountain biking, and the "Extreme Hot Springs" where you can experience an open-air bath with a wild atmosphere is a popular spot not to be missed. Experience the unconventional in abundant nature. Experience the unconventional in abundant nature.

Date：July 12 (Fri) - July 15 (Mon) @ cafe & activity nowhere in Fukushima Pref.

FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL ‘24

Fuji Rock Festival is an annual rock festival held in Naeba Ski Resort, in Niigata. The three-day event, organized by Smash Japan, features more than 200 Japanese and international musicians, making it one of the largest outdoor music events in Japan.
The announced headliners for 2024 are THE KILLERS, who will return to Naeba after 20 years since their first appearance in 2004; KRAFTWERK, the great German techno band; NOEL GALLAGHER, who will appear for the first time in 9 years since 2015; and A distinguished lineup of international artists as well as popular Japanese bands and musicians will perform on each day of the festival. Along with the Tent Rental service now available at the Pyramid Garden area, now available is a service that provides tents already set up and even camping cars at the Camp Village! Enjoy music in the great outdoors and take it easy camping while you do it at the Camp Village and the Tent Rental Plans that are perfect for beginners.
Experience the joy of bright blue skies, fresh air and great music at Naeba. This year’s line-up of amazing domestic and international artists that can only be experienced at Fuji Rock is sure to make you shout out that you feel great!

Date：July 26th, 27th, and 28th, 2024 @ Naeba Ski Resort in Niigata Pref.

https://en.fujirockfestival.com/

SUMMER SONIC 2024

Summer Sonic, also known as "Sama Soni" is one of Japan's largest music festivals, held simultaneously in Tokyo and Osaka. 2023's event was the fastest in Summer Sonic history, with all of its dates sold out, and it was a huge success. The headliners for 2024 will be MA°NESKIN, who have quickly risen to stardom in the rock scene, and BRING ME THE HORIZON, the pinnacle of the new generation of metal and hardcore. In addition to the above, the festival will also feature the international pop icon CHRISTINA AGUILERA, who will make her first visit to Japan in 17 years; GLAY, who will make their memorable first appearance at a summer festival; Vaundy, who is leading the young music scene; Creepy Nuts, who are gaining attention for their OP song "Bling-Bang-Bang-Born" for the anime "Mashle: Magic and Muscles", Gen Hoshino, the global boy group ZEROBASEONE, and the new generation dance and vocal unit "New School Leaders", among other artists.

Date：2024.08.17 (Sat) & 18 (Sun) @ ZOZO Marine Stadium & Makuhari Messe

https://www.summersonic.com/

MARINA SUNSET

MARINA SUNSET, a seaside party of MUSIC and ART
MARINA SUNSET is held at the Riviera Zushi Marina as an after party for the popular GREENROOM FESTIVAL festival in Yokohama, Japan. Surrounded by palm trees offers chillaxing ambience with dance music curated by DJs from Japan and abroad: Alexis Taylor, frontman of the band Hot Chip, is highly regarded for his ability to sublimate all genres of music from soul to R&B to disco into an original sound, and he will be joined by toconoma, SPECIAL OTHERS ACOUSTIC, SIRUP, and many other popular artists. The Greenroom Art Exhibition is an opportunity to experience the works of popular artists from Japan and abroad. The Riviera Zushi Marina's location creates the best sunsets and the most magical hours. Experience the magical hour with brilliant music while watching the beautiful sunset.

Date：2024.08.03 (Sat) & 04 (Sun) @ Riviera Zushi Marina in Zushi, Kanagawa

https://marinasunset.jp/