JAPANESE FESTIVALS & SEASONAL EVENTS
For 2027, we list as basic dates the festivals whose fixed annual dates can be confirmed on their official websites. Individual events, viewing seats and traffic restrictions may not have been announced yet, so be sure to check the official information. For 2026, we list event information that has been officially announced.
2 festivals, 1 fireworks festivals · as of 2026-10-11 Japan time
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FestivalAkita · 2026
A food festival bringing together the kiritanpo hot pot of Odate, its home, and the foods of Akita. The venue is Nipro Hachiko Dome, and it is open from 10:00 to 17:00 on both days.
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FestivalAkita · 2027
According to the official information, it is held every year from August 3 to 6. Skilled performers balance kanto poles, hung with lanterns to resemble ears of rice, lighting up the main street. Details for 2027 will be announced later.
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FireworksAkita · 2026
One of Japan's leading competitions, in which pyrotechnicians selected from across the country compete in skill. Daytime and night fireworks are held; the 98th competition in 2026 has ended.
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