Events

Oct. 18
Yabusame Festival in Sakurai Shrine

Itoshima’s only yabusame horseback archery ritual has been held annually since 1653, with prayers for a good harvest and...
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Oct. 23 ~

Nov. 3
Kokura Castle Takeakari

On autumn evenings, the area around Kokura Castle is illuminated by several thousand bamboo lanterns. The bamboo is cut and...
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Oct. 17
Kanatake no Sato Park Harvest Festival 2026

A one-day event bringing together music, art, food and outdoor activities in a satoyama setting. Guest performers include...
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Oct. 10 ~

Oct. 11
Chikugo Sake Festa 2026

Twenty breweries from across the Chikugo area, one of Japan’s leading sake-producing regions, come together for an autumn tasting event featuring...
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Oct. 10 ~

Oct. 12
Koishiwara Autumn Pottery Festival

Held twice a year in spring and autumn, this three-day pottery fair takes place in Koishiwara, Toho Village, where ceramics have been...
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Oct. 2 ~

Oct. 4
Daikoku Festival

Toka Ebisu Shrine hosts three days of events centered on matchmaking, traditional culture, music and food. After sunset, around...
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Oct. 1 ~

Oct. 3
Miare Festival

The Autumn Grand Festival at Munakata Taisha marks the season when the three Munakata goddesses are brought together...
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Nov. 3
ROOTS Festival 2026

Celebrate Culture Day at this open-air African reggae festival in Itoshima. Set in Jomon Hiroba near Keya Beach, the event brings...
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