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Fukuoka Area
- Wednesday, July 1 - Wednesday, July 15, 2026 : Decorated Yamakasa open to the public
July 12 (Sun.) : Oi Yamakasa Narashi
July 13 (Mon.) : Group Yamakasa Show
July 15 (Wed.) (from 4:59 a.m.) : Oi Yamakasa
* Held annually from July 1 to 15
Hakata Gion Yamakasa
Two weeks to stir the souls of Hakata natives! Hakata's streets will turn into a spectacular festival!
- Wednesday, July 1 - Wednesday, July 15, 2026 : Decorated Yamakasa open to the public
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Kitakyushu Area
- Thursday, August 13, 2026 (scheduled)
Fireworks Display at Kanmon Strait
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Fukuoka Area
- Saturday, April 18, 2026
FUKUOKA Higashi Ward Fireworks Festival
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Kitakyushu Area
Kawachi Wisteria Garden
The wisteria flowers carefully nurtured by the garden's owner attract people from all over the world, a spectacular seasonal sight.
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Fukuoka Area
- November 1 - December 25, 2025
Christmas Advent
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Kitakyushu Area
- Saturday, July 9 - Sunday, August 28, 2022
Ashiya Beach, Leisure Pool Aquasian
Enjoy the sea, pool, and marine sports while enjoying beautiful views.
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Kitakyushu Area
- Friday, July 18 - Sunday, July 20, 2025
*Three days before and after including the third Saturday in July each year
Kokura Gion Daiko
A summer tradition in Kokura with the heroic sound of drums.
- Friday, July 18 - Sunday, July 20, 2025
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Chikugo Area
- Wednesday, August 5, 2026
The event will be held in light rain. In case of severe weather, the backup date is Friday, August 7, 2026.
Chikugo River Fireworks Festival
15,000 fireworks will light up the night sky! Live streaming will also be available.
- Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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Kitakyushu Area
- Sunday, July 12, 2026, and Friday, July 17 – Monday, July 20, 2026
Kurosaki Gion Yamakasa (Float) Festival
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Chikuho Area
- Saturday, August 15, 2026
*In case of rain, the event will be extended to August 16 (in case of rain on August 16 as well, the event will be cancelled)
Furusato Kawara Summer Festival Bon Odori Festival
- Saturday, August 15, 2026
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Chikugo Area
- Tuesday, September 15, 2026
In case of rain, the fireworks dedication ceremony will be postponed. The rescheduled date has not yet been determined.
Hanabi Dorampachi (Fireworks Display)
The earth-shaking booms and vibrant colors are a must-see!
- Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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Kitakyushu Area
- Friday, July 24 – Sunday, July 26, 2026
Competition Performance: Saturday, July 25, 2026, 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Tobata Gion Oyamagasa Festival
- Friday, July 24 – Sunday, July 26, 2026
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Kitakyushu Area
- 15 (Sat) and 16 (Sun) October 2022
Kitakyushu Kokura Castle Festival
The warriors are coming to Kokura Castle! An event where you can learn and play history in a fun way.
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Fukuoka Area
- Usually 12-18 September.
Hakozaki Shrine Hojo-ya
One of the three major festivals in Hakata, an autumn tradition in Fukuoka that gets Hakatakko people excited.
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Kitakyushu Area
- Saturday, July 25, 2026
The event will be held in light rain. No postponement in case of rain.
Asiya Fireworks Festival 2026
Colorful fireworks launched from a barge floating on the Ongagawa River
- Saturday, July 25, 2026
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Chikugo Area
- Late April – Late August 2025 (tentative)
Nyoirinji Temple(Frog Temple) Wind Bell Festival
The cool sound of the wind chimes, filled with wishes, echoes through the precincts of the temple.
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Fukuoka Area
Uminonakamichi Sunshine Pools
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Chikugo Area
- April 15 (Wed) – April 28 (Tue), 2026
Please note: The festival period may change depending on the wisteria blooming conditions. Any updates will be announced on Yanagawa City’s official website.
Nakayama Ofuji
The large flower clusters are beautiful! Yanagawa City is proud of its famous tree, designated as a natural monument by the prefecture.
- April 15 (Wed) – April 28 (Tue), 2026
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Kitakyushu Area
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
An Eve Festival is scheduled for Friday, August 21, 2026.
Miyako-machi Summer Festival
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
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Chikugo Area
- July 18 (Sat) - 26 (Sun), 2026
July 18 (Sat) Port Festival/Marine Day Ceremony
July 25 (Sat) 10,000-person dance, Gion Rokuzan procession, competition, and final performance
July 26 (Sun) Portable Shrines: A Grand Parade of the Snake Mountai
Omuta Daijyayama (Large Snake Float) Festival
- July 18 (Sat) - 26 (Sun), 2026
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Kitakyushu Area
- Saturday, September 19 – Sunday, September 20, 2026
Held rain or shine. Subject to cancellation in the event of severe weather (scheduled).
Wasshoi Hyakuman Summer Festival
“Change for the Future – Let’s Create Together a Bright Future for Our Town and Festival!”
- Saturday, September 19 – Sunday, September 20, 2026
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Chikugo Area
- November 18 (Tue) – 24 (Mon, public holiday), 2025
Mid to late November every year
Taibaru Gingko Trees
A spectacular sight of over 70 golden ginkgo trees lining the street.
- November 18 (Tue) – 24 (Mon, public holiday), 2025
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Kitakyushu Area
- October 24th (Friday)-November 3rd (holiday/Monday), 2025
Kokura Castle bamboo light
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Chikuho Area
- Friday, September 25, 2026
In case of severe weather, the event will be postponed to Monday, September 28, 2026.
Onga River Iizuka Fireworks Display
A Summer Tradition in Iizuka!
- Friday, September 25, 2026
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Chikuho Area
- Monday, July 20, 2026 (Public Holiday)
In case of severe weather, the event will be postponed to Thursday, July 23, 2026.
Miyawaka Fireworks Festival
3,000 fireworks light up the night sky of Miyawaka
- Monday, July 20, 2026 (Public Holiday)
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Fukuoka Area
- March 20 (Fri) – May 17 (Sun), 2026
Uminonakamichi Flower Picnic 2026
A colorful flower festival that announces the arrival of spring in Fukuoka.
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Fukuoka Area
- December 18–21, 2025
Japan Mobility Show Fukuoka 2025
Create the Future of Mobility
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Fukuoka Area
Tocho-ji Temple – Setsubun Festival
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Chikuho Area
- 【Wasshoi Festival】Sun. 5 July, 2026 10:30 – 16:30
【Nagaregaki】Wed. 15 and Fri. 17 July, 2026
【Children’s Iizuka Yamakasa Festival】 Sat. 18 July, 2026 14:40 –
【Iizuka Citizen Yamakasa Festival】 Sun. 19 July, 2026
Iizuka Citizen Yamakasa Festival
- 【Wasshoi Festival】Sun. 5 July, 2026 10:30 – 16:30
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Fukuoka Area
- Friday, June 20 - Sunday, June 29, 2025
Nighttime lighting will be available from June 20 (Fri.) to 28 (Sat.), 2025.
Nanozoin Temple's Hydrangea Pond
- Friday, June 20 - Sunday, June 29, 2025
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Kitakyushu Area
- July 17 (Fri) – July 20 (Mon, Public Holiday), 2026
Mojiko Beer Festa " Retro Night in Summer"
Kitakyushu's largest beer festival
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Fukuoka Area
Ohori Park Japan Garden "SORA"
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Chikuho Area
- Sunday, July 26, 2026
Cancelled in the event of severe weather.
Nogata Summer Festival
- Sunday, July 26, 2026
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Kitakyushu Area
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
Cancelled in the event of severe weather (no postponement).
If the event is cancelled, an announcement will be made by 1:00 p.m. on the day.
Kukinoumi Fireworks Festival
A summer tradition in Dokai Bay! Fantasy of Sound and Light
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
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Fukuoka Area
- February 19 (Thu) – 28 (Sat), 2026
Miyajidake Shrine – “Path of Light” Sunset Festival
A special moment when the shrine and the Pure Land of Paradise are connected by dazzling light
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Chikugo Area
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
*In case of rain, the event will be postponed to Sunday, August 9 and Tsuesday, August 11.
Dream HANABI
The theme of this year's event is “Courageous” !
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
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Fukuoka Area
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
*Rain or shine
Amagi River Fireworks Festival / Nagarekanjo Buddhist memorial service
Gorgeous fireworks and fantastic lantern floating on the surface of the river
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
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Fukuoka Area
- Event date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Fukuoka Marathon 2026
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Chikugo Area
Summer Festival at Tanabata Shrine
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Fukuoka Area
- May 3 (Sun, national holiday) and May 4 (Mon, national holiday), 2026
Eve Festival: May 2 (Sat), 17:00–20:30 (scheduled)
Hakata Dontaku harbor festival
Let the Smiles and Energy of the Festival Reach You!
- May 3 (Sun, national holiday) and May 4 (Mon, national holiday), 2026
