Exciting PIST6 Summer Festival 2026 Set to Light Up Chiba!

PIST6 Summer Festival 2026

Mark your calendars for the PIST6 Summer Festival 2026, happening on July 25 (Saturday) and July 26 (Sunday) at the Chiba JPF Dome! Organized by JPF Co., Ltd., under the auspices of Chiba City, this free-entry summer festival promises an unforgettable experience filled with fun and excitement for all ages.

Festival Highlights

The event will be packed with traditional summer festival activities, including vibrant food stalls (yatai), games like yo-yo fishing, and a unique bon odori dance that transforms the dome into a mesmerizing spectacle of light and sound. It’s the perfect way to kick off the summer vacation!

Located indoors, the festival allows attendees to enjoy all activities comfortably, regardless of the summer heat. Bring your family and friends along and make wonderful summer memories together at this exceptional event.

Event Details

Date & Time:
July 25 (Saturday): 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
July 26 (Sunday): 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Venue: Chiba JPF Dome
Address: 4-1-1 Benten, Chuo Ward, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture
Access:

- 2-minute walk from Chiba Park Station (Chiba Urban Monorail)
- 15-minute walk from Chiba Station (JR)

Access Information

Parking: Chargeable parking available at Chiba Park No. 3 Parking Lot
Admission Fee: Free
(Please note that some activities may require a fee.)

Organizer: Chiba City
Management: JPF Co., Ltd.

Special Events to Look Forward To

Yatai Stalls in the Dome

Experience the festive atmosphere with yatai stalls inside the dome, offering a variety of traditional festival foods, games like yo-yo fishing, and more. To purchase items and enjoy activities, visitors will need to buy festival tickets at the yatai stall ticket office.

Bank Walk Bon Odori

For the first time, attendees will have the unique opportunity to walk on the bike racing track (the bank) during the special bank walk bon odori. Set against a backdrop of stunning lights and sound, this experience is not to be missed!

Taiko Performance (July 25 Only)

Catch the electrifying performance by the “Himawari Taiko” team, filling the dome with the powerful sounds of traditional Japanese taiko drumming. An interactive session will also be available for guests to try their hands at playing the taiko!

Additional activities, including workshops for children and food trucks, are also in the works. For the latest updates, please check the official website and social media!

Note: The event schedule and content may change without notice.

About Chiba JPF Dome

Chiba JPF Dome is an urban indoor cycling track adjoining Chiba Park “Shibaniwa.” It features Japan's first publicly operated cycling track built to international standards, boasting a 250-meter wooden bank. As a hub for promoting and nurturing bicycle sports, JPF aims to make cycling a major sport in Japan. With the latest lighting and sound facilities, the dome is also suitable for large-scale live events, serving as a new local community hub that fosters regional revitalization.

About JPF Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1950, JPF invented the slit camera for determining finish order in public sports like keirin and boat racing. Since then, it has supported numerous public competition venues with its judging services. In 2010, JPF expanded into total management for public competition venues, promoting various initiatives for local revitalization and the growth of cycling sports.

Company Name: JPF Co., Ltd.
Location: Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo (Head Office)
CEO: Shuntaro Watanabe
Website: JPF Website