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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
- 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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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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Chikugo Area
- Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Chikugo River Fireworks Festival
15,000 fireworks will light up the night sky! Live streaming will also be available.
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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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Chikugo Area
- November 1 (Sat) – 3 (Mon, National Holiday), 2025
*Held annually from November 1 to 3
Hakushu Festival and Parade on Water
130 illuminated donko boats parade through Yanagawa at night.
- November 1 (Sat) – 3 (Mon, National Holiday), 2025
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Chikugo Area
- April 3 (Fri) – April 19 (Sun), 2026
Kurume Azalea Festival
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Chikugo Area
Yanagawa Night River Cruise
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Chikugo Area
Okinohata Suitengu Shrine Festival
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Chikugo Area
Tsukiyomi Shrine Festival (“Sanyasama”)
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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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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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Chikugo Area
Kurume Water Festival
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Chikugo Area
Spring Festival at Suitengu Shrine
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Chikugo Area
- September 15, 2025 (Mon, public holiday)
*The event will be held even in light rain.
*Held every year on September 15
Akaji Hachimangu Hojo-ya Dedication Fireworks Festival
Experience the power of 2,000 fireworks up close!
- September 15, 2025 (Mon, public holiday)
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Chikugo Area
- Tuesday, July 22, 2025
*In case of inclement weather, the event will be postponed to Wednesday, July 23.
Kuroki Summer Fireworks Festival
- Tuesday, July 22, 2025
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Chikugo Area
Miike Port (Miike Port Observation Point)
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Chikugo Area
Daizenji Tamataregu Shrine’s “Oniyo” (Fire Festival)
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Chikugo Area
Summer Festival at Tanabata Shrine
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Chikugo Area
- Saturday, January 13 and Sunday, January 14, 2024
Experience the traditional Okawa Kumiko craftwork and the charm of the local cuisine in the woodworking city of Okawa
A special experience in the woodworking city of Okawa, Fukuoka
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Chikugo Area
- From April 13 (Mon), 2026 (scheduled)
The period may change depending on the flowering conditions.
Kiyomizuyama Peony Garden (Miyama City)
About 80 varieties of peonies bloom magnificently in the vast strolling-style garden.
- From April 13 (Mon), 2026 (scheduled)
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Chikugo Area
- Saturday, November 22, 2025
Tanushimaru Mushi-oi Matsuri
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Chikugo Area
- March 28 (Sat) – March 29 (Sun), 2026
Tanushimaru Spring Festival
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Chikugo Area
- Best viewing period: Mid to late September
Tsuzura Terrace Fields Red spider lily
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Chikugo Area
- Sunday, August 10, 2025
*In case of rain or stormy weather, the event will be postponed to Monday, August 11, 2025.
Summer Festival "Yokassai"
- Sunday, August 10, 2025
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Chikugo Area
Japanese Grenadier Anchovy Fishing
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Chikugo Area
- February 11 (Wed, public holiday) – April 3 (Fri), 2026
Yanagawa Doll Festival – Sagemon Decoration Tour
Celebrate the healthy growth of girls with lucky handmade fabric ornaments and colorful “Yanagawa Mari” balls.
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Chikugo Area
Yame Fukushima’s Toro Ningyo and “Akari to Chapponpon” Festival
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Chikugo Area
Ukiha Okunchi Festival
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Chikugo Area
- November 22, 2025 (Sat) – December 27, 2025 (Sat), every day except Mondays
January 3, 2026 (Sat, holiday) – January 18, 2026 (Sun), Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only
*The garden is open year-round.
Ishibashi Cultural Center Winter Illumination – “Museum of Light”
- November 22, 2025 (Sat) – December 27, 2025 (Sat), every day except Mondays
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Chikugo Area
Kenchasai Festival at Reiganji Temple
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Fukuoka Area
Chikugo Area
- Friday, March 20, 2026 (Public Holiday) 12:30–17:30
Yame Honpo Brewery Opening (Antenna Shop)
All Yame Sake Breweries Gathering
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Chikugo Area
Kowakamai (Government-Designated Intangible Folk Cultural Asset)
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Chikugo Area
- December 7, 2025 – February 14, 2026
Ogori City Illumination
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Chikugo Area
Hirokawa Kofun Park Historical Museum (Kofun Pia Hirokawa)
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Chikugo Area
- March 7, 2026 (Sat)
株式会社喜多屋 Sake Brewery Open House 2026
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Chikugo Area
- April 4 (Sat) & 5 (Sun), 2026
Moriyama Brewery Spring Brewery Opening
Enjoy freshly brewed sake at the only sake brewery in Ogori City, founded 100 years ago.
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Chikugo Area
Yume Tachibana Plum Blossom Viewing Festival
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Chikugo Area
Keshikeshisai (Mt. Kabuto Festival)
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Chikugo Area
Kurume Furusato Mizuma Festival (Special Edition: Jojima Sake Brewery Opening in Mizuma)