10 Best Okayama Festivals and Events to Plan Around in 2026
The 10 best Okayama festivals for 2026, from Saidaiji Eyo to the Momotaro Matsuri and Korakuen's night illuminations, with dates, transport, and booking tips.
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Okayama Events Calendar 2026: Festivals Month by Month
A month-by-month Okayama events calendar: Saidai-ji Eyo in February, Momotaro Matsuri in August, and Korakuen's illuminated gardens each fall.
Okayama Momotaro Festival: Uraja Dance and Local Folklore Guide
Plan the Okayama Momotaro Festival: Uraja dance parades, Ura-kesho makeup booths, autumn castle food stalls, transit times, and where to stay in 2026.
Hadaka Matsuri Guide: Saidaiji Eyo Naked Festival in Okayama
Plan your Saidaiji Eyo hadaka matsuri trip: the 2027 Okayama date, spectator and participant costs, and the 10 PM shingi scramble timeline.
Shoro Nagashi Nagasaki: 2026 Spirit Boat Festival Guide
Shoro Nagashi fills Nagasaki's streets with spirit boats and firecrackers every August 15. Plan 2026 timing, viewing spots, and what to bring for this free Obon procession.
Hida Furukawa Festival Guide: Okoshi-Daiko, Yatai Floats & 2026 Dates
Plan the Hida Furukawa festival: April 19-20 dates, the Okoshi-Daiko drum battle, yatai floats, JR times from Takayama, and where to stay.
6 Best Takayama Festivals and Events to Plan Around in 2026
Plan Takayama festivals for 2026: Sanno Matsuri and Hachiman Matsuri dates, float and karakuri highlights, booking windows, and year-round float museums to visit anytime.
Takayama Events Calendar: Month-by-Month Festival & Travel Guide
Plan your trip with this Takayama events calendar, covering the Spring and Autumn festivals, winter illuminations, and sake brewery openings month by month.
Takayama Winter Events: Illuminations, Festivals & Okuhida Guide
Plan Takayama winter events for 2026-2027: city illuminations, New Year markets, and which Okuhida onsen festivals require an overnight stay.
Takayama Festival Accommodation Guide: Best Areas & Booking Timeline
Find the right Takayama festival accommodation by neighborhood, from Sanmachi-Suji to Sakuramachi, plus the booking timeline for April and October dates.
Aoba Matsuri Sendai: 2026 Guide to Suzume Odori, Yamaboko Floats & Sajiki Seats
Plan Aoba Matsuri Sendai with this 2026 guide: Yoi-matsuri vs Hon-matsuri schedule, Suzume Odori dance, yamaboko floats, sajiki seat prices, and access.
12 Best Kobe Festivals and Events for 2026: Matsuri, Luminarie & More
The 12 best Kobe festivals for 2026, from Kobe Matsuri's samba parade to Kobe Luminarie's winter lights and Nankinmachi's Chinatown events, with dates, stations, and crowd tips.