JAM MASSIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY: Long-Running Project Kicks Off, Leading Hiroshima's Culture Scene for 30 Years
Hiroshima-based JAM MASSIVE, a long-standing hub for music, dance, and street culture, is launching a year-long project to celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2026. This initiative aims to connect culture to the next generation, featuring diverse events designed for families and children, among other varied plans.
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JAM MASSIVE, which has long been supported as a center for music, dance, and street culture originating from Hiroshima, will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2026. To commemorate this, we are launching a year-long project called "JAM MASSIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY PROJECT."
Not only looking back on 30 years of history, but also as a new milestone to connect culture to the next generation, we will sequentially unfold multiple projects including live events, collaboration projects, limited edition merchandise, and regional partnership initiatives.
30 Years of Culture History Built in Hiroshima
Since its start in 1996, JAM MASSIVE has continued its event and sound activities centered on reggae music from Hiroshima. We have consistently created spaces where people transcending genres and generations gather, contributing to the development of Hiroshima's nightlife, club culture, and street scene.
Our activities are not limited to merely organizing events; they extend to multifaceted community building such as fostering local artists, interacting with artists from outside the prefecture, and forming networks with local businesses.
30th Anniversary Project Addressing the Challenge of Declining Scene Participation
In recent years, the live house, club culture, and music community nationwide have faced challenges such as reduced opportunities for young people to participate and a shrinking involved population. JAM MASSIVE positions this 30th anniversary not just as a commemorative event but as an opportunity for a fresh start to broaden the base of the music scene.
We aim to create new entry points and events that can be safely enjoyed not only by those who have been involved in the scene but also by:
Children
Parents raising children
Those new to music events
Local residents
Those encountering reggae culture for the first time
Event Design Friendly for Children and Families
For the 30th-anniversary events, we will create an environment where families can participate, in addition to traditional music fans.
Free admission for elementary school children and younger
Held from earlier hours
A bright and open venue space where parents and children can enjoy together
Performances that make dance and music culture feel close and familiar
Creating an atmosphere where first-time visitors can easily participate
We will host cultural events that anyone can enjoy like a local festival, transcending the image that "club events are intimidating."
First Event Determined
As the first phase of the 30th-anniversary project, we will hold the commemorative event "JAM MASSIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY VOL.1."
Event Outline
Event Name
JAM MASSIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY VOL.1
Date
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Venue
HIROSHIMA LIVE VANQUISH
OPEN
17:00
CLOSE
22:00
Elementary school children and younger
Free admission
Guest Artists Gather
HAN-KUN from Shonan no Kaze
The BK Sound
TEE
Metis
Additionally,
DRIBBLA / Lu-LAR
STRONG BONDZ
STUDIO LINKS
and various other performers will celebrate the 30th anniversary.
Year-Long Project as a Long-Run Initiative
Starting with VOL.1, the JAM MASSIVE 30th-anniversary project will continue to unfold continuously.
Hosting anniversary events from VOL.2 onwards
Collaborations with local businesses and brands
Limited apparel/merchandise planning
Video archive/history planning
Cultural experience planning for kids
Young artist development project
We will proceed with this project to return 30 years of gratitude to the entire city of Hiroshima.
Organizer's Comment
"The 30th anniversary is both an expression of gratitude to our long-time supporters and a message to the new generations we will meet. We want to create a place where children and families can feel safe coming, and think 'music is fun' and 'this atmosphere is great.' We will make this a year to connect Hiroshima's culture to the next generation."
Contact Information
JAM MASSIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY Executive Committee
MAIL
majorjammassive@gmail.com
Request for Coverage/Publication Regarding This Matter
This marks a milestone for Hiroshima's culture, which has continued for 30 years, and is a project for regional cultural revitalization aimed at the next generation. We would be grateful if you would consider covering or publishing this.
Keywords:
Not only looking back on 30 years of history, but also as a new milestone to connect culture to the next generation, we will sequentially unfold multiple projects including live events, collaboration projects, limited edition merchandise, and regional partnership initiatives.
30 Years of Culture History Built in Hiroshima
Since its start in 1996, JAM MASSIVE has continued its event and sound activities centered on reggae music from Hiroshima. We have consistently created spaces where people transcending genres and generations gather, contributing to the development of Hiroshima's nightlife, club culture, and street scene.
Our activities are not limited to merely organizing events; they extend to multifaceted community building such as fostering local artists, interacting with artists from outside the prefecture, and forming networks with local businesses.
30th Anniversary Project Addressing the Challenge of Declining Scene Participation
In recent years, the live house, club culture, and music community nationwide have faced challenges such as reduced opportunities for young people to participate and a shrinking involved population. JAM MASSIVE positions this 30th anniversary not just as a commemorative event but as an opportunity for a fresh start to broaden the base of the music scene.
We aim to create new entry points and events that can be safely enjoyed not only by those who have been involved in the scene but also by:
Children
Parents raising children
Those new to music events
Local residents
Those encountering reggae culture for the first time
Event Design Friendly for Children and Families
For the 30th-anniversary events, we will create an environment where families can participate, in addition to traditional music fans.
Free admission for elementary school children and younger
Held from earlier hours
A bright and open venue space where parents and children can enjoy together
Performances that make dance and music culture feel close and familiar
Creating an atmosphere where first-time visitors can easily participate
We will host cultural events that anyone can enjoy like a local festival, transcending the image that "club events are intimidating."
First Event Determined
As the first phase of the 30th-anniversary project, we will hold the commemorative event "JAM MASSIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY VOL.1."
Event Outline
Event Name
JAM MASSIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY VOL.1
Date
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Venue
HIROSHIMA LIVE VANQUISH
OPEN
17:00
CLOSE
22:00
Elementary school children and younger
Free admission
Guest Artists Gather
HAN-KUN from Shonan no Kaze
The BK Sound
TEE
Metis
Additionally,
DRIBBLA / Lu-LAR
STRONG BONDZ
STUDIO LINKS
and various other performers will celebrate the 30th anniversary.
Year-Long Project as a Long-Run Initiative
Starting with VOL.1, the JAM MASSIVE 30th-anniversary project will continue to unfold continuously.
Hosting anniversary events from VOL.2 onwards
Collaborations with local businesses and brands
Limited apparel/merchandise planning
Video archive/history planning
Cultural experience planning for kids
Young artist development project
We will proceed with this project to return 30 years of gratitude to the entire city of Hiroshima.
Organizer's Comment
"The 30th anniversary is both an expression of gratitude to our long-time supporters and a message to the new generations we will meet. We want to create a place where children and families can feel safe coming, and think 'music is fun' and 'this atmosphere is great.' We will make this a year to connect Hiroshima's culture to the next generation."
Contact Information
JAM MASSIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY Executive Committee
majorjammassive@gmail.com
Request for Coverage/Publication Regarding This Matter
This marks a milestone for Hiroshima's culture, which has continued for 30 years, and is a project for regional cultural revitalization aimed at the next generation. We would be grateful if you would consider covering or publishing this.
Keywords: