North JAM Session 2026 Japan Ticket

Sat August 29, 2026 9:00 am - 6:00 pmAsia/Tokyo

Sapporo Art Park - Outdoor Stage
2-chōme-111 Tokiwa, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 005-0863, Japan

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Overview

Celebrate the highly anticipated grand reopening of the Sapporo Art Forest Outdoor Stage with the North JAM Session 2026. This premier midsummer jazz festival, presented as a centerpiece of Sapporo City Jazz, transforms Hokkaido’s lush green woodlands into an electrified sanctuary of world-class music across two unforgettable days.

The line-up showcases an exceptional fusion of local virtuosos and international jazz legends. Saturday heats up with blazing contemporary collaborations, including a massive session from powerhouse saxophonist Tomoaki Baba and brilliant drummer Shun Ishiwaka. Sunday delivers an elite, curated showcase by the legendary Blue Note Japan, featuring the Akiko Yano Trio, the iconic Mike Stern Band, and the genre-bending Ayatake Ezaki Trio.

Schedule & Tickets Information

Date	Venue	Seat Types
2026/08/29 (Sat) 13:00 Start	Sapporo Art Park Outdoor Stage (Hokkaido)	SS seat (chair reserved), S Seat (Free Lawn) Adults / U25, S seat (free lawn) 2-day ticket, Parking reservation ticket
2026/08/30 (Sun) 12:30 Start	Sapporo Art Park Outdoor Stage (Hokkaido)	SS Seat (Chair Assigned), S seat (free lawn), S seat (free lawn) 2-day ticket, Parking reservation ticket

Venue Information

Venue name: Sapporo Art Park Outdoor Stage (Sapporo Geijutsu no Mori)
Address: 2 Chome-75 Geijutsunomori, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 005-0864
Entry gates info: Main entry gates are located through the main entrance path of the Art Park, leading directly into the natural amphitheater lawn area
Nearby landmarks: Sapporo Art Museum, Makomanai Sekisui Heim Ice Arena, and Makomanai Station

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FAQs

What special milestone does the North JAM Session 2026 celebrate?

The 2026 event serves as a special commemorative festival marking the major renewal and grand reopening of the Sapporo Art Forest Outdoor Stage, a premier open-air cultural hub in Hokkaido.

Who are the prominent artists headline the Sunday schedule?

Sunday’s lineup is curated by Blue Note Japan and features a phenomenal roster of musicians, including the world-renowned Akiko Yano Trio, the critically acclaimed Mike Stern Band, and the Ayatake Ezaki Trio performing alongside Shuntaro Tsuneta and Sonoko Muraoka.

What is the difference between the SS Seat and S Seat options?

SS seats guarantee premium comfort with an assigned, pre-allocated chair location. S seats offer general entry to the open-air, free lawn zone where fans can lay down picnic mats and enjoy the music from the grass.

What are the rules for the discounted U25 tickets on Saturday?

The U25 ticket offers a discounted S Seat lawn entry exclusively for attendees aged 25 or younger on Saturday. To enter with this ticket, you must present a valid form of identification showing your age at the gate.

Do I need to book parking in advance if I plan to drive to the venue?

Yes, parking at the venue requires a dedicated Parking reservation ticket. Because spaces are limited, it is highly recommended to secure this pass alongside your concert ticket or utilize public shuttle transit from Makomanai Station.