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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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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
- 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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Fukuoka Area
- Event date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Fukuoka Marathon 2026
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Fukuoka Area
Ohori Park Japan Garden "SORA"
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Chikugo Area
Yanagawa Night River Cruise
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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
- 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
Uminonakamichi Sunshine Pools
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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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Chikugo Area
- 2026年8月1日(土)※雨天中止
Okawa Citizen's Summer Festival
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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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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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Fukuoka Area
- Saturday, April 18, 2026
FUKUOKA Higashi Ward Fireworks Festival
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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
- 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
- November 1 - December 25, 2025
Christmas Advent
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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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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
- Mid-October to early November of the year in question
15 October 2022 (Earth) to 11 November 2022 (Gold)
Cosmos in the Kirin Flower Garden (Kirin Cosmos Festa).
The event will be canceled after 2025.
- Mid-October to early November of the year in question
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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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Fukuoka Area
- July 25 (Sat) and July 26 (Sun), 2026
Honkaku Shochu, Awamori & Food Festival 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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Chikuho Area
- Saturday, May 21 - Friday, September 30, 2022
*The program was canceled on September 14 (Wed.) due to a typhoon.
Mitsui Temple Wind Bell Tunnel
Wind bell temple with unique Jizo and 10,000 wind bells welcoming you.
- Saturday, May 21 - Friday, September 30, 2022
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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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Chikuho Area
- Sunday, July 26, 2026
Cancelled in the event of severe weather.
Nogata Summer Festival
- Sunday, July 26, 2026
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Fukuoka Area
Firefly Festival (Tanada Shinsui Park, Toho-mura)
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Chikugo Area
- November 1 (Sun) – 3 (Tue, National Holiday), 2026
*Held annually from November 1 to 3
Hakushu Festival and Parade on Water
130 illuminated donko boats parade through Yanagawa at night.
- November 1 (Sun) – 3 (Tue, National Holiday), 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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Fukuoka Area
Itoshima Oyster House
A winter tradition in Itoshima! Enjoy fresh, plump oysters to your heart's content!
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Chikugo Area
Summer Festival at Tanabata Shrine
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Fukuoka Area
- Late June – Mid-September 2025 (tentative)
Arahito Shrine Wind Bell Corridor
Colorful "wishing-musubi wind chimes" carry your wishes to the gods.
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Kitakyushu Area
Minoshima Beach
Popular for its shallow beach! Beaches where you can enjoy fishing and razor clams digging.
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Fukuoka Area
Oshima Island Walkway and Windmill Observation Point
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Kitakyushu Area
- October 11 (Sat) – 13 (Mon, National Holiday), 2025
*Held rain or shine
*Fireworks scheduled for October 13
Shokuniku Festival (Meat Festival) × WAGYU FES 2025
The fusion of “Matsuri” and “Festival”! A one-of-a-kind Wagyu entertainment experience.
- October 11 (Sat) – 13 (Mon, National Holiday), 2025
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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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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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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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Chikugo Area
- Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Held in light rain.
Held annually on September 15.
Akaji Hachimangu Hojo-ya Dedication Fireworks Festival
Experience the power of 2,000 fireworks up close!
- Tuesday, September 15, 2026