Rising Sun Rock Festival
Music FestivalHokkaido(Hokkaido)
Annual eventDates
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Venue
Ishikari Bay New Port Area
Admission
¥17,000
Crowd Level
CrowdedHokkaido(Hokkaido)
Annual eventDates
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Venue
Ishikari Bay New Port Area
Admission
¥17,000
Crowd Level
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Rising Sun Rock Festival in Ezo is Japan's only overnight outdoor rock festival, set against the backdrop of Hokkaido's vast landscapes. The festival runs through the night, culminating with the rising sun over the horizon at dawn, creating an unforgettable experience for music lovers.
Rising Sun Rock Festival takes place from 2026-08-14 to 2026-08-15.
Rising Sun Rock Festival is held at Ishikari Bay New Port Area in Hokkaido, Japan.
Use the official source for the latest schedule, route changes, and cancellation updates: https://rfrg.jp/.
The current listing status is scheduled. Last checked: 2026-08-04.
The admission fee for Rising Sun Rock Festival is ¥17000.
The typical crowd level is high.
Japan's only all-night outdoor rock festival; Sunrise over Ishikari Bay at dawn; Hokkaido's cool summer climate and vast open setting
Shuttle buses run from JR Sapporo Station and Teine Station during the festival.
Bring warm layers as Hokkaido nights can be chilly even in August. Camping is the standard accommodation option. The festival food features Hokkaido specialties like soup curry and Jingisukan.
Japan's only all-night outdoor rock festival; Sunrise over Ishikari Bay at dawn; Hokkaido's cool summer climate and vast open setting
Shuttle buses run from JR Sapporo Station and Teine Station during the festival.
Bring warm layers as Hokkaido nights can be chilly even in August. Camping is the standard accommodation option. The festival food features Hokkaido specialties like soup curry and Jingisukan.
📍 Ishikari Bay New Port Area