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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
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
- Event date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Fukuoka Marathon 2026
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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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Chikugo Area
- July 18 (Sat) - 26 (Sun), 2026
*Port festival will take place on July 18 (Sat) and 19(Sun).
Omuta Daijyayama (Large Snake Float) Festival
- July 18 (Sat) - 26 (Sun), 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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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
- March 25 (Wed) – April 8 (Wed), 2026
Fukuoka Castle Cherry Blossom Festival
Approximately 1,000 cherry trees of 19 varieties in full bloom! The magical nighttime illumination is a must-see.
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Chikugo Area
- [Great Wisteria Festival]
April 10 (Fri) – April 26 (Sun), 2026
Kurogi Grand Wisteria (Susanoo Shrine)
The wisteria trellis is over 600 years old! The spectacular wisteria trellis that covers the precincts of the temple attracts people.
- [Great Wisteria Festival]
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Kitakyushu Area
- Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Mojiko Retro “KANMON KANPAI”
A Special Collaboration Event: Mojiko Retro × “Goripara Kenbunroku”
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Fukuoka Area
Ohori Park Japan Garden "SORA"
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Fukuoka Area
Takasu Kagura (Shinto theatrical dance)
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Kitakyushu Area
- Thursday, August 13, 2026 (scheduled)
Fireworks Display at Kanmon Strait
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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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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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Chikugo Area
Summer Festival at Tanabata Shrine
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Fukuoka Area
- Saturday, April 18, 2026
FUKUOKA Higashi Ward Fireworks Festival
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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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Fukuoka Area
Keya Kazedome Sumo
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Fukuoka Area
- November 14, 2025 – February 1, 2026
*cancelled in case of stormy weather
Kobito Encyclopedia × ACROS Fukuoka Illumination “Forest of Kobitos”
- November 14, 2025 – February 1, 2026
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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
Uminonakamichi Sunshine Pools
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Chikugo Area
Daizenji Tamataregu Shrine’s “Oniyo” (Fire Festival)
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Fukuoka Area
- July 25 (Sat) and July 26 (Sun), 2026
Honkaku Shochu, Awamori & Food Festival 2026
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Kitakyushu Area
- Wisteria Festival 27-29 April every year.
Kichijoji Temple
Wisteria viewing spot on top of a small hill, where Amida, a deity for safe childbirth, is enshrined.
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Chikuho Area
You’ll love it!! Midori Rice Paddy Farm
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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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Fukuoka Area
- November 24, 2025 - January 12, 2026
WINTER LIGHT FANTASY ILLUMINATION
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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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Fukuoka Area
- November 1 - December 25, 2025
Christmas Advent
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Fukuoka Area
- October 31, 2025 – March 1, 2026
Bayside Illumination ~Port of Lights~
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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
- April 2 (Thu) – April 5 (Sun), 2026
National Umeshu Festival in JR Hakata Station 2026
Compare and taste over 120 varieties of umeshu from breweries across Japan & purchase on the spot!
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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
- 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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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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Chikuho Area
- Sunday, July 26, 2026
Cancelled in the event of severe weather.
Nogata Summer Festival
- Sunday, July 26, 2026
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Chikugo Area
- 2026年8月1日（土）※雨天中止
Okawa Citizen's Summer Festival
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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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Kitakyushu Area
Minoshima Beach
Popular for its shallow beach! Beaches where you can enjoy fishing and razor clams digging.
