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Fukuoka Area
- November 1 - December 25, 2025
Christmas Advent
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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
- August 1 (Sat) – September 30 (Wed), 2026
Ohori Park Japanese Garden "SEKAI"
Immersive Nighttime Experience of Light and Art in Traditional Japanese Garden
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Fukuoka Area
- Saturday, October 10 – Tuesday, October 20, 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
- November 17 (Tue) – 23 (Mon, public holiday), 2026
Mid to late November every year
Taibaru Gingko Trees
A spectacular sight of over 70 golden ginkgo trees lining the street.
- November 17 (Tue) – 23 (Mon, public holiday), 2026
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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
Miare Festival
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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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Kitakyushu Area
- October 24th (Friday)-November 3rd (holiday/Monday), 2025
Kokura Castle bamboo light
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Chikuho Area
Red Spider Lilies at Inunaki River Park
300,000 red spider lilies dye the riverbank red
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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
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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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Kitakyushu Area
- Best viewed from mid-October to early November.
Mizumaki Town Cosmos garden on the banks of the Onga River
Riverbank park with beautiful cosmos flowers carefully nurtured by volunteers.
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Fukuoka Area
- Event date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Fukuoka Marathon 2026
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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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Kitakyushu Area
- Saturday, November 7 – Sunday, November 8, 2026
Kigyosai Festival Yahata2026
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Fukuoka Area
Ohori Park Japan Garden "SORA"
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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
- Sunday, September 27 – Sunday, October 4, 2026
Sunday, October 4, 2026 : Shinko Grand Festival
Held annually from the fourth Sunday of September to the first Sunday of October.
Kanda Yamakasa Festival
The heroic and magnificent “Kanda Yamakasa” changes its appearance three times during the festival period.
- Sunday, September 27 – Sunday, October 4, 2026
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Chikugo Area
- July 17th (Friday) to September 30th (Wednesday), 2026
Flights may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
Yanagawa Night River Cruise (Yanagawa Lantern Boat)
- July 17th (Friday) to September 30th (Wednesday), 2026
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Fukuoka Area
- November 9 (Sun) – November 23 (Sun), 2025
November Grand Sumo Tournament in Kyushu
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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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Chikuho Area
- Late March to early April every year
Nogata Tulip Fair 2026
A collaboration of colorful tulips and cherry blossoms herald the arrival of spring
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Kitakyushu Area
- Thursday, August 13, 2026 (scheduled)
Fireworks Display at Kanmon Strait
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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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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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Kitakyushu Area
Minoshima Beach
Popular for its shallow beach! Beaches where you can enjoy fishing and razor clams digging.
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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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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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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
- October 3 (Sat) & 4 (Sun), 2026
Yame Jōyō Festival
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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
- 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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Fukuoka Area
- 2025, December 13 (Sat)–14 (Sun) / December 20 (Sat)–21 (Sun) / December 24 (Wed)–25 (Thu)
*Cancelled in case of stormy weather
Uminaka Candle Night 2025
A “Happy Christmas Connected by Light,” drawn with 10,000 glowing candles
- 2025, December 13 (Sat)–14 (Sun) / December 20 (Sat)–21 (Sun) / December 24 (Wed)–25 (Thu)
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Fukuoka Area
- Best viewed from late October to early November
The Cosmos Field of Kanzeonji Temple
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Chikugo Area
- Best viewing period: Mid to late September
Tsuzura Terrace Fields Red spider lily
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Chikuho Area
- Saturday/Holiday 23 November - Saturday 30 November, 2024
Aso Ouraso Villa and its Special Public Viewing of Fall Foliage
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Fukuoka Area
Oshima Island Walkway and Windmill Observation Point
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Fukuoka Area
- Saturday, October 31, 2026: Eve Festival
Sunday, November 1, 2026: Main Festival
Don To Kagashi（Scarecrow） Festival (Chikuzen Town)
The largest-ever giant straw scarecrow makes its appearance! Fireworks will also be launched at various locations throughout the town.
- Saturday, October 31, 2026: Eve Festival
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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
