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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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Fukuoka Area
- Event date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Fukuoka Marathon 2026
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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
Summer Festival at Tanabata Shrine
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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
- 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
- Thursday, August 13, 2026 (scheduled)
Fireworks Display at Kanmon Strait
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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
Uminonakamichi Sunshine Pools
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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
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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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Fukuoka Area
Takasu Kagura (Shinto theatrical dance)
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Fukuoka Area
- Saturday, April 18, 2026
FUKUOKA Higashi Ward Fireworks 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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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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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
- 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
- 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
You’ll love it!! Midori Rice Paddy Farm
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Chikugo Area
- Tuesday 19 November - Sunday 1 December 2024
Ishibashi Cultural Center Maple Festival
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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
- July 25 (Sat) and July 26 (Sun), 2026
Honkaku Shochu, Awamori & Food Festival 2026
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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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Fukuoka Area
Ohori Park Japan Garden "SORA"
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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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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
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
- Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Mojiko Retro “KANMON KANPAI”
A Special Collaboration Event: Mojiko Retro × “Goripara Kenbunroku”
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Fukuoka Area
- November 1 (Sat) – November 2 (Sun), 2025
Munakata Festival 2025
One of the largest outdoor music festivals in Kyushu! Featuring spectacular music-synchronized fireworks.
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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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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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Kitakyushu Area
- Sunday, July 12, 2026, and Friday, July 17 – Monday, July 20, 2026
Kurosaki Gion Yamakasa (Float) Festival
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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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Fukuoka Area
- November 1 - December 25, 2025
Christmas Advent
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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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Chikugo Area
- February 15 (Sun) – March 15 (Sun), 2026
Home of Hina Dolls / Yame Bonbori (Paper Lantern) Festival
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Fukuoka Area
- April 29 (Wednesday) - October 4 (Sunday), 2026
Sannoji Wind Bell Festival
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