Summer Sonic Osaka

Summer Sonic is back, and this year will be bigger than ever! Headliners include Calvin Harris, Sum 41, Kesha, Noel Gallagher, 5 Seconds of Summer, Charli XCX, Circa Waves and Royal Blood. Good Charlotte will be making an appearance, as will Dua Lipa, Kungs, Zara Larsson and Pikotaro of Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen fame.

Featuring some of the biggest acts from around the world, previous headliners at Summer Sonic have included Coldplay, The Strokes, Radiohead and Underworld. The festival is held simultaneously in Chiba and Osaka, with acts switching days – so you won’t miss out, whichever you choose.

Tickets start at ¥14,000 for one day or ¥25,500 for two days, and you can buy them here. The event will be held at Maishima Sonic Park.

Cheapo package deals:

Summer Sonic 1 Day Pass + 1 Day JR-West Kansai Rail Pass 

Summer Sonic 1 Day Pass + Airport to/from Namba Station Round-trip 

Going to be in Tokyo instead? Check out our guide on how much to budget for Summer Sonic in the capital city.

(Lily Crossley-Baxter)