This July, Japan will pulse to the rhythm of Africa as Afro Jam Festival 2025 brings together the continent’s biggest stars for a transcontinental musical celebration. Leading the charge are chart-topping Afrobeat sensations Rema, Ruger, and Gyakie, who will join an electrifying lineup of global acts across multiple Japanese cities.  

Afrobeat Royalty Set to Dominate Japanese Stages

Rema – The "Calm Down" hitmaker will bring his high-energy performances to:  

  • Okinawa (July 20)  
  • Osaka (July 22)  
  • Tokyo (July 27)  

Ruger – The "Bounce" crooner will ignite crowds in:  

  • Osaka (July 23)  
  • Tokyo (July 25)  

Gyakie – Ghana’s soulful songstress will serenade fans in:  

  • Okinawa (July 18)  
  • Osaka (July 24)  
  • Tokyo (July 27)  

More African Firepower on the Lineup

South Africa’s viral amapiano duo TitoM & Yuppe (Tshwala Bam) will bring the heat to Tokyo’s Musashino Forest Sports Plaza (July 26). 

The festival also features Caribbean and global stars like Jason Derulo, Shenseea, The Wailers, and Saweetie, blending Afrobeat with dancehall, reggae, and hip-hop.  

Why This Festival Matters

Afro Jam Festival has become a cultural bridge, uniting African, Caribbean, and international sounds in one of the world’s most vibrant music markets. With Afrobeat’s global surge, this year’s edition—headlined by Africa’s brightest stars—promises to be the biggest yet.