Artist Lineup 2026
Artist Line-up
This year too, performances will unfold across our three main venues: the Beat Stage, Sea House Stage, and Sky Stage – each with its own vibe.
Artist lineup and stage details will be announced as they are confirmed!
Beat Beat Stage
Sea Sea House Stage
Sky Sky Stage
2026 Headliner
SEPTETO SANTIAGUERO
Beat
Two-time Latin Grammy Winners: The Living Legend of Cuban Son.
The massive, sold-out success of their 2022 tour was no coincidence.
With over 30 years of excellence, they return to Japan to prove the true power of their unmatched heat and infectious rhythm!
METIS
A reggae singer with a soulful voice delivering powerful messages and prayers for life and peace.
AJATE
A unique dance music group blending Japanese festival music with Afrobeat to storm major festivals worldwide.
LA SEÑAS
An unpredictable, improvised groove beyond borders and languages, directed by a single conductor.
Maiko Kantake
with GOSPEL TRAIN Choir
The power of gospel music resonates across generations and borders.
SKAROCKETS
Light beats, popping horns, and non-stop dancing. Loved in Fukuoka for 30 years—experience the happy & groovy ska band.
UZUME Band
With a fluid lineup and overwhelming rhythms, their powerful groove sets both mind and body free.
Special Performances :
"The Winds of Andalusia" (Peña flamenca)
Special Guest
SUI
Dancer
Unanimous "Yes" on GOT TALENT and Expo performer! The 9-year-old flamenco prodigy who stole the heart of Spain!
Special Guest
Haluna Suzaku
Cajón
Top competition winner! A multi-talented flamenco dancer and percussionist, shining from National Theater solos to symphony orchestra collaborations.
Silvana Perdomo
Bilarina
(Argentina)
Performing in Buenos Aires' major tablaos since 2008, she further honed her skills in Seville in 2014. She is currently active as a prominent dancer and instructor.
Allan Harbas
Guiarist
(Brazil)
A professional flamenco guitarist since 1999. A composer for stage and film, he won the Best Soundtrack Award in 2023 and has performed with top Brazilian artists.
CUADRO LATINO con BACHATA
Roberto Moré
Dancer
(Venezuela)
A Latin dancer and choreographer with over 25 years of career. A multi-champion who has directed academies across Latin America, he is currently based in Cali.
Misaki
Dancer
(Tokyo)
MISAKI began street dancing in childhood and discovered salsa in 2011. She is known for her passionate, energetic style and now performs, teaches workshops, and appears in music videos in Japan and abroad.
Valentino & Umi
Dancers
Valentino & Umi are certified Bachata Sensual instructors by Korke & Judith and directors of Grupo ESENCIA JAPAN. Based across Japan, South Korea, and China, they are leading Asia's bachata scene.
Mike & Sakina
Dancers
(Fukuoka)
A leading Latin dance duo in Asia. Combining Mike's 20-year career and Sakina's versatility, they founded "LATIN SOUL" in 2015 and are now based in Fukuoka.
Yuka
Dancer
(Fukuoka)
Studied at Cuba's ISA under renowned dancers. After honing her skills further on professional stages in Spain, she is currently active as a talented dancer and instructor.
CUADRO ARABE
Mashael
Belly Dancer
(Argentina)
Training since 2000, she bloomed at the prestigious Saida Dance Academy. After performing in major theaters and TV shows, she co-founded a dance school with her sister in 2009. She now balances her stage career with mentoring the next generation.
CUADRO TANGO
Lucas & Victoria
Dancers
(Argentina)
Formed in 2016 and based in Italy since 2018, this Argentine tango duo performs at global festivals. They also serve as instructors and judges across Europe, highly acclaimed for their exceptional technique and respect for tradition.
Itoshima Bon Odori Bu
Don't just watch - join the circle! A primal Japanese trance awakened by live ohayashi (festival music).
Enbugaku - HARUKA -
A vibrant performance blending traditional Japanese martial arts and dance with powerful Taiko drumming and songs. Led by Shige (Koseki), director of the Daito-ryu Aiki-jujutsu Shoyo-kan, the group and his fellows will grace the festival as the opening act on the Sky Stage!
