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The Labyrinth 2026

One of the world's most respected boutique raves — a Funktion-One sound system in the Gunma mountains, lineup kept secret.

The Labyrinth 2026
Photo: photo: Qurren (talk) Taken with Canon PowerShot G9 X · CC BY-SA 3.0

When · Where

When
2026/10/10 03:00 – 2026/10/12
Where
Minakami Hodaigi Camp Site, Gunma(Fujiwara, Minakami-machi, Tone District, Gunma (Hodaigi))
City
Across Japan
Getting there
JR Minakami Station, then organiser shuttle to the remote mountain site.
Price
~¥23,000 (Under-28) to ¥29,000; includes camping
Organizer
The Labyrinth 2026

Good to know for visitors

Getting there
JR Minakami Station, then organiser shuttle to the remote mountain site. Open directions in Google Maps ↗
Booking & entry
Check tickets and details on the official page (button above).
Paying
~¥23,000 (Under-28) to ¥29,000; includes camping. Smaller venues in Japan are often cash-first — carry some yen (cards/IC not guaranteed).
Language
Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
Good for
music fans, night owls, groups of friends

Highlights

  • Legendary Funktion-One sound in the mountains
  • Lineup kept secret until the event
  • Running since 2002

Background & story

Held since 2002 in the Gunma mountains, Labyrinth is a pilgrimage for deep-listening dancers from around the world.

Good to know

Mountain camping in October — pack for cold nights. Three nights of music under one sound system.

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