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Afro Jam Festival 2025 flyer

(Afro Jam Festival 2025)

This summer, the Okinawa Suntory Arena will be serenaded by some big rap, R&B and pop artists for Afro Jam Festival 2025 running July 17-20.

Some of the music stars expected include Jason Derulo of “Talk Dirty” fame performing on July 17 and rapper Saweetie known for her hits “Best Friend” and “My Type” hitting the stage on July 18. Nigerian singer, songwriter and rapper Ruger and reggae artist Shenseea will headline July 19. On July 20, Nigerian singer, songwriter and rapper Rema will hit the stage.

The three-day event will feature over 100 musical acts allowing attendees to fully immerse themselves in afrobeats, rap, R&B, pop, reggae and dance. Full lineup and ticket info are available on the official website.

After the installment on Okinawa, Afro Jam Festival 2025 moves onto Osaka on July 22-24, then Tokyo on July 25-27.

Grab your tickets and get ready for a star-studded musical weekend!

AFRO JAM FESTIVAL 2025

  • Location: Okinawa Suntory Arena, 1 Chome-16-1 Yamauchi, Okinawa, 904-0034 (GPS Coordinates: N 26.33295, E 127.78324)

  • Date: July 17, 18, 19, 20 (Thur. – Sun.) 

  • Time: 6 p.m. - (July 17, the gate opens at 5 p.m.), 1 p.m. – (July 18, 19, 20, the gate opens at noon) 

  • Tickets start at 12,000 yen (approx. $83)

  • More info and tickets are available at https://www.afrojam.jp/tickets-okinawa-english

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