• The Spirit of the Festival: Glastonbury’s Community Vibe and Its Future Inspiration for Fuji Rock

    Crowd gathers for a workout class. Photo credit: Keiko Hirakawa

    Crowd gathers for a workout class. Photo credit: Keiko Hirakawa

    Attending Glastonbury this year was a fantastic experience. As someone who usually covers Fuji Rock, it was amazing to see the festival that inspired it all. The sense of community at Glastonbury is something special, and it’s quite different from Fuji Rock. Here’s a peek into the unique vibe that makes Glastonbury stand out.

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  • Green Initiatives: A Comparison Between Glastonbury and Fuji Rock

    The aftermath of Glastonbury's main stages at 3am each night.

    The aftermath of Glastonbury’s main stages at 3am each night.

    When it comes to sustainability, two of the world’s most iconic music festivals, Glastonbury and Fuji Rock, offer some intriguing contrasts and lessons for each other. Both festivals have made strides in reducing their environmental impact, but each has unique approaches shaped by their cultural and logistical contexts.

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  • Sean’s Best of the Fest: Full Fuji!

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    Sitting outside Don’s Cafe

    We’re back, and in a big way! No half-measures this year like social distancing and no alcohol sales but ramping it up like Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters said it, “Full Fuji.”

    “Palace of Wonder”

    Sitting majestically on top of a hill, the Spiegel Tent was a beacon for those who dug deep inside of themselves and wanted one more party. Sure there were the purists who thought the old location was better, but I’m not going to waste words discussing this. And it’s a big up for those that made it happen, balancing a 100-year old tent on uneven ground, and even pulling it out of a container after four years of moldy storage. The art was back thanks to Debs and Strapper and the crew, who are the blood and sweat of the festival.

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  • Guide to Areas and Stages

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    Whether you’re a Fuji Rock first-timer or a seasoned veteran, you’ll want to make the most of your experience by familiarizing yourself with the layout of the grounds, and locations of the stages and food stalls.

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  • Palace of Wonder Returns!!!

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    After a long, four year hiatus, one of Fuji Rock’s most beloved and unique areas, The Palace of Wonder is set to finally make its return.

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  • Your Guide to Fuji Rock Stages

    Fuji Rock '22 Map

    With the official timetable out we can finally plan our dream Fuji Rock schedules! Whether you are a returnee or a first timer, here’s a run down of all of the stages at the festival. Let’s talk about what you need to know, what facilities there are and what to expect from all of the different stages Fuji Rock has to offer!

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  • How To Do Fuji Rock Sustainably

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    As we’re approaching the one month countdown to Fuji Rock, the excitement is growing day by day. Good music, good food, good company, all whilst basking in the beautiful scenery of Naeba, what could be better than that? While we all slowly start to prepare for the festival, let’s take into account some ways we can make this years experience more sustainable.
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  • Mind Your Manners, Please!

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    Aside from the unique opportunity to see our favorite bands in beautiful natural mountainous surroundings, one of the best things about Fuji Rock Festival is how relaxing and comfortable the gathering can be, even among upwards of 100,000 attendees in past years. This is made possible in part by everyone minding their manners and cooperating together to make Fuji Rock the best festival it can be. With just a bit of common sense, an awareness of our surroundings, and by following just a few guidelines we can continue to keep Fuji Rock a truly special experience year after year. Here are just a few of the most important things to keep in mind once you step onto the festival grounds this summer.

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  • Get Pumped with the Official Spotify Playlist

    Search for the official Spotify playlist under the title "FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL '22"

    Search for the official Spotify playlist under the title “FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL ’22”

    Did you know that an official playlist gets released every year in preparation for Fuji Rock?

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  • Festival Fashion: How to Dress for Fuji Rock

    Hey there, Nina here reporting on Fuji Rock’s fashion trends. READ MORE

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