Summer Sonic 2026 is bringing the festival experience to screens nationwide. The three-day music event, running August 14-16 across venues in Chiba and Osaka, will stream live on WOWOW On-Demand for fans who can't make it in person.

The broadcast will capture performances from four stages at the Chiba locations—ZOZO Marine Stadium and Makuhari Messe—covering the MARINE STAGE, MOUNTAIN STAGE, SONIC STAGE, and PACIFIC STAGE. Exact broadcast times for each day will be announced closer to the festival dates.

This marks the first time Summer Sonic has offered comprehensive live streaming through WOWOW's platform, opening up access to Japan's major summer festival beyond those attending the physical events. The festival has been announcing its lineup in waves, with recent additions including artists like Abe Mao, Suzuki Mami, and others across multiple artist reveal announcements.

WOWOW On-Demand subscribers will be able to watch high-quality streams throughout the festival's three days. A full list of performing artists eligible for streaming coverage will be released at a later date.

Summer Sonic has grown into one of Japan's premier music festivals, drawing major domestic and international acts each year. The addition of live streaming reflects how music festivals are adapting to reach wider audiences beyond traditional ticketholders. For K-pop fans in Japan and beyond, the streaming option could mean access to any Korean artists appearing on the lineup—though those details remain forthcoming.

The festival takes place August 14-16, 2026, with streaming through WOWOW On-Demand available for all three days. More information about streaming times and featured artists will be available soon.