Where is Bishop Ongakusai 2026 held?

At Kobe Meriken Park in Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture. It's an open waterfront venue.

Can I bring my children?

Yes, children elementary age and under enter free with a guardian.

Where can I buy tickets?

Tickets are available via e+, Pia, and Lawson Ticket. Links on the official site.

What happens if it rains?

As an outdoor event, cancellation or postponement may occur. Check official SNS.

Can I bring outside food and drinks?

Outside food and drinks are generally prohibited. Enjoy the diverse options inside.

Kobe-Based Outdoor Festival 'Bishop Ongakusai 2026' to Be Held on October 3 (Sat)

Published Jul 14, 2026 10:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 15, 2026 3:18 AM ・ 11 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Bishop Co., Ltd. has announced the 2026 edition of its outdoor music festival 'Bishop Ongakusai,' set for October 3, 2026, at Kobe’s Meriken Park. With SIRUP joining ALI, UA, and others, the diverse lineup spans R&B, rock, city pop, and dance music. The event will also feature curated fashion and food zones, creating a cross-genre lifestyle experience.

Bishop Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture / President & CEO: Takeshi Mori) has announced the latest details for 'Bishop Ongakusai 2026,' its outdoor music festival to be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Meriken Park in Kobe.

SIRUP has been confirmed as the third wave of performing artists, joining previously announced acts ALI, UA, Jeremy Quartus (Nulbarich), Super Tōzan-bu, Night Tempo, and never young beach, bringing the total to seven confirmed acts. The lineup unites artists with diverse musical styles—including R&B, rock, city pop, and dance music—creating a genre- and generation-crossing experience.

Additionally, the lineup of vendors for the SHOP and FOOD areas has been revealed. The SHOP area will feature apparel, hats, eyewear, and lifestyle goods from brands that share Bshop’s core values. In addition to regular brand items, exclusive merchandise available only at Bishop Ongakusai and special event-designed products will also be sold.

The FOOD area will bring together popular vendors across a wide range of cuisines, including spiced curry, pizza, Japanese, Chinese, charcuterie, and ice cream. Carefully selected establishments, many of which are based in the Kansai region and highly regarded in their respective fields, will offer a unique culinary lineup available only at this event.

'Bishop Ongakusai' was first launched in 2024 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Bshop. Held at Meriken Park in Kobe, the inaugural event brought together music, fashion, and food, featuring artists such as The Urge, KREVA, and Scha Dara Parr, and attracted approximately 6,000 attendees.

This year’s event, returning after a two-year hiatus, will once again take place at the open, seaside location of Meriken Park in Kobe. It will feature live performances, a fashion market, and food zones, offering a full-day outdoor festival experience. Attendees of all ages—families with children, groups of friends, or solo visitors—can enjoy music, shopping, and gourmet food in one seamless setting.

Additional announcements, including more performing artists, venue content, and original merchandise, will be released in the coming months.

※ General ticket sales are currently underway. For details, please visit the official website: https://ongakusai.bshop-inc.com/

Bishop Ongakusai 2026 Event Overview

Event Details

Event Name: Bishop Ongakusai 2026

Date & Time: Saturday, October 3, 2026 / Gates open at 10:00 / Show starts at 11:00

Venue: Kobe Meriken Park, 2 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0042

Hashtags #BishopOngakusai #Bishop #bshop_ongakusai #bshop

Official Website Bishop Ongakusai 2026: https://ongakusai.bshop-inc.com/

Image Data

Download here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/7un9tt18bt8zingtgph96/ADsA5G7xy2aYdRxDwBfTm7Q?rlkey=us1f3n0rfzrz90fcxxy5p3zvt&st=78yz5l80&e=1&dl=0

Performers (in alphabetical order) ALI, UA, SIRUP, Jeremy Quartus (Nulbarich), Super Tōzan-bu, Night Tempo, never young beach ..... and more

ALI, UA, SIRUP, Jeremy Quartus (Nulbarich)

Super Tōzan-bu, Night Tempo, never young beach

Apparel Shops Iwakura AA, Oblada, KIJIMA TAKAYUKI, THE NORTH FACE, SUNSKI, manipuri, Meitetsu Kaori, RYE TENDER, WILD THINGS ..... and more

Food Vendors Galette Arichika (Galette), Sabakiya (Awaji Island Seafood), Shisen Nishiyama (Chinese Cuisine)

THE CITY DONUTS AND COFFEE (Donuts), THE SPICE Co. (Spiced Curry)

zzz365 (Fried Potatoes), Soup no Nichijou (Soup), Souwado (Japanese Cuisine)

Harlow ICE CREAM (Ice Cream), pile (Lasagna), Fujiwara Sengyoten uRashiMa (Pizza), METZGEREI KUSUDA (Charcuterie) ..... and more

Tickets e+ (Eplus)

https://eplus.jp/bshop-ongakusai/

Pia

https://w.pia.jp/t/bshop-ongakusai/

Lawson Ticket

https://l-tike.com/bshop-ongakusai/

Pricing: (All general admission, tax included)

General: ¥11,000

University, vocational school, and high school students ※1: ¥9,000

Junior high school students ※1: ¥5,000

SPECIAL CHILL AREA Ticket ※2: ¥38,000

※ All tickets for elementary school students and younger are free

(Up to 2 children per adult with guardian. For 3 or more, purchase junior high tickets)

※1 Student ID required at wristband exchange. If not presented, the difference to general admission price will be charged on-site.

※2 Grants access to the 'SPECIAL CHILL AREA' within the venue.

Includes: Exclusive merchandise, relaxation space, free soft drinks, private toilets, and dedicated cloakroom.

Junior high school students with a regular ticket may enter the SPECIAL CHILL AREA (1 per guardian). Elementary and younger: up to 2 per guardian.

No exclusive merchandise for accompanying junior high or younger guests.

Supporters Hyogo Prefecture / Kobe City / FM802 / FM COCOLO

Cooperation e+ (Eplus) / Nakai Riki Convention Promotion Foundation (Public Interest Incorporated Foundation)

Planning & Production 802 MEDIAWORKS / KYODO KANSAI

Organizer Bishop Co., Ltd.

Event & Ticket Inquiries

Kyodo Information

0570-200-888

(12:00 ~ 17:00, closed on weekends and holidays)

Media & Press Inquiries

Bishop Co., Ltd. PR

MAIL: pr@bshop

FACT BOX

Source: PR TIMES
Category: Event
Organizations: THE NORTH FACE / TOYO TIRES / 802 MEDIAWORKS