BOROFESTA 2026
- DATES
- Oct 31-Nov 3, 2026
- CITY
- Kyoto, Japan
- VENUES
- Kyoto KBS Hall/ Kyoto Club METRO
- ANNIVERSARY
- 25th year of BOROFESTA
A Kyoto-born independent music festival celebrating its 25th anniversary with four days of live music, discovery, and handmade energy.
What Is
BOROFESTA?
OVERVIEW
BOROFESTA is an independent music festival held in Kyoto since 2002. The artists are chosen not by genre, popularity, or trend, but by one simple feeling from the organizers: "We want to see this artist live."
SINCE 2002
It is not a large commercial festival. It is a gathering created by people who love music, artists, venues, and the city of Kyoto.
If you want to discover the atmosphere of Japan's independent music scene, BOROFESTA is one of the most direct ways to feel it.
QUICK FACTS
EVENT BASICS Use this section as the short version. Detailed lineup, timetable, and ticket links should be checked on the official website and social media before your visit.
- EVENT
- BOROFESTA 2026
- DATES
- October 31 - November 3, 2026
- LOCATION
- Kyoto, Japan
- ORGANIZER
- Nishikiya Inc.
- MAIN VENUE
- Kyoto KBS Hall
- CLUB VENUE
- Kyoto Club METRO
- FORMAT
- Live music festival
- UPDATES
- Official site / social media
SCHEDULE
FOUR DAYS IN KYOTO The 2026 edition is planned across Kyoto KBS Hall and Kyoto Club METRO.
Some program details may be announced later.
- Oct 31, 2026 DAYTIME
- Oct 31, 2026 ALL NIGHT
- Nov 1, 2026 DAYTIME
- Nov 2, 2026 ALL NIGHT
- Nov 3, 2026 FINAL DAY
LINEUP
Artist details are managed on the official Line Up page to keep announcements,
dates, and venue information accurate.
LINE UP
BOROFESTA books artists based on what the organizers genuinely want to see live, across genre, popularity, and trend.
See the official lineup
Please check the official Line Up page for the latest artist announcements, performance dates, and venue details.
TICKETS
Buying From Overseas International visitors may be able to purchase tickets through supported ticket platforms when available. Please confirm details on the official ticket page before your visit.
Before buying
- A separate drink fee may be required at the venue.
- Tickets cannot be cancelled, changed, or refunded after purchase.
- Artist changes or cancellations do not guarantee ticket refunds.
- Please check the official ticket page for the latest purchase links.
Age restrictions
Kyoto Club METRO events are not open to guests under 18 or high school students. Please bring valid photo ID, especially for all-night events.
Student or child ticket categories may require proof of age or student status at entry.
ACCESS
VENUES There is no visitor parking or bicycle parking at the venues. Please use trains, buses, or taxis,
and be considerate of neighbors when arriving or leaving late at night.
Kyoto KBS Hall
Main BOROFESTA venue.
KBS Kyoto Broadcasting Hall 1F
Karasuma Kamichojamachi, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto
602-8588, Japan
Taxi note: 京都市上京区烏丸上長者町 KBS京都放送会館1F
Kyoto Club METRO
Club venue near Jingu-Marutamachi Station, Exit 2.
Ebisu Building B1F
82 Shimotsutsumicho, Kawabata-Marutamachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
606-8396, Japan
Taxi note: 京都市左京区川端丸太町下ル下堤町82 恵美須ビルB1F
BEFORE YOU COME These notes help everyone enjoy the festival safely
and keep the venues friendly to the surrounding neighborhoods.
- WRISTBAND Do not remove your wristband until you leave the festival.
- REISSUE Lost tickets or wristbands cannot be reissued.
- FOOD & DRINK Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the venues.
- NEIGHBORHOOD Please do not make noise around the venues, especially late at night.
- PHOTOS & VIDEO Photo and video cameras are allowed, but some artists may restrict shooting. Please follow staff instructions.
- STAFF Please follow staff instructions at all times.
FAQ
Use these as draft answers. Some details should be updated once 2026 ticketing
and venue operations are finalized.