The first lineup and main visual for Kyoto Music Expo 2025, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, October 11 and 12 at Umekoji Park in Kyoto, have been announced.
Known by its nickname “Onpaku,” Kyoto Music Expo is an outdoor music event held annually since 2007, organized by the Kyoto-born rock band Quruli. Quruli will perform on both days, alongside numerous artists from Japan and abroad.
Every year, the festival sets up a compost system in Umekoji Park as part of the “Resources Come Back Project,” turning leftover and unused food from the food area into compost. With the concept of “environment, culture, and music,” the event aims to contribute to regional revitalization.
The first batch of artists revealed includes ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, ASKA, Omoinotake, SHISHAMO, 10-FEET, Macaroni Enpitsu, RIP SLYME, and Quruli — eight acts in total. Details on the artist schedule and additional performers will be announced later.
Alongside the lineup announcement, the event’s main visual was also unveiled. Inspired by the giant salamander, a beloved creature at Kyoto Aquarium, the artwork was created by Kyoto-based painter Yuta Niwa using traditional Japanese painting techniques. The illustration features a playful and imaginative design.
Main visual
Additionally, the official ticket pre-sale has begun, with applications accepted until Sunday, June 1. Student tickets are also available for middle school, high school, vocational school, and university students.
Kyoto Music Expo 2025 at Umekoji Park
Lineup:
Quruli (performing both days) /
ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, ASKA, Omoinotake, SHISHAMO, 10-FEET,
Macaroni Enpitsu, RIP SLYME, and more
Dates:
Saturday & Sunday, October 11–12, 2025
Doors Open: 10:00 AM / Show Starts: 11:30 AM
Venue:
Umekoji Park, Lawn Plaza
56-3 Kanki-ji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8835, Japan
Inquiries:
Kyodo Information Center
TEL: 0570-200-888 (Weekdays 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
Ticket Information:
Official Pre-Sale: Tuesday, May 20, 6:00 PM – Sunday, June 1, 11:59 PM
Advance Ticket: ¥12,000 (includes Onpaku Seat)
Same-Day Ticket: ¥13,000 (includes Onpaku Seat)
Student Ticket (Advance): ¥9,000 (includes Onpaku Seat)
Student Ticket (Same Day): ¥10,000 (includes Onpaku Seat)
Two-Day Pass: ¥20,000 (includes Onpaku Seat)
Two-Day Student Pass: ¥16,000 (includes Onpaku Seat)
Notes:
Admission fee applies to those junior high school age and older.
Student tickets are available for middle school, high school, vocational school, and university students. Please bring your student ID to the venue.
The event will proceed in light rain but may be canceled in severe weather.
No refunds will be given for changes or cancellations of performers.
Resale for profit is prohibited.
Video and photographs taken within the venue, including the audience, may be published.
As this is an outdoor festival, please review and understand the event’s guidelines and precautions on the official Kyoto Music Expo website before attending.
AloJapan.com