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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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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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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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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
- 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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Fukuoka Area
Miare Festival
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Fukuoka Area
- Saturday, January 25, 2025 - Sunday, January 26, 2025
Luxury Experience on Ice in Fukuoka「BISF25×The World of Anime」
A supreme collaboration of figure skating and animation!
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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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Kitakyushu Area
- October 24th (Friday)-November 3rd (holiday/Monday), 2025
Kokura Castle bamboo light
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Fukuoka Area
- September 26 and 27, 2026
&SAKE FUKUOKA 2026
Kyushu's largest sake and food event
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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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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
Itoshima Oyster House
A winter tradition in Itoshima! Enjoy fresh, plump oysters to your heart's content!
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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
- Event date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Fukuoka Marathon 2026
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Fukuoka Area
Mud Throwing Festival
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Kitakyushu Area
- Saturday, November 7 – Sunday, November 8, 2026
Kigyosai Festival Yahata2026
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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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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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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
- 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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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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Chikugo Area
- Best viewing period: Mid to late September
Tsuzura Terrace Fields Red spider lily
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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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Kitakyushu Area
- Thursday, August 13, 2026 (scheduled)
Fireworks Display at Kanmon Strait
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Fukuoka Area
Ohori Park Japan Garden "SORA"
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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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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
- 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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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
- 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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- October 27, 2023 (Friday)
“The Sacred Island of Okinoshima ” Spiritual Cruise
A special one-day excursion to a world heritage site by Queen Beetle
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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
- 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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Fukuoka Area
- November 9 (Sun) – November 23 (Sun), 2025
November Grand Sumo Tournament in Kyushu
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Kitakyushu Area
- Friday, October 23 – Sunday, November 8, 2026
Ashiya Sand Sculpture Exhibition 2025
A sand sculpture festival featuring masterpieces by the world's top sand sculptors
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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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Chikugo Area
- Usually best from late April to mid-May
Ajisaka Poppy Garden
Beautiful one million poppies swaying in the early summer breeze! Ajisaka's proud flower garden
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Fukuoka Area
- Best viewed from late October to early November
The Cosmos Field of Kanzeonji Temple
