Events

Jul. 1 ~

Jul. 15
Hakata Gion Yamakasa

With a history spanning 785 years, Hakata Gion Yamakasa is Fukuoka’s signature festival, dedicated to Kushida Shrine...
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Jun. 30 ~

Jul. 20
Traditional Crafts Behind Hakata Gion Yamakasa

For 785 years, Hakata Gion Yamakasa has been one of Fukuoka’s defining summer traditions. Recognized as...
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May. 3 ~

May. 4
Hakata Matsubayashi Parade

“Hakata Matsubayashi” is a traditional event that marks the opening of the Hakata Dontaku festival. The Three...
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May. 3
Sakurai Futamigaura, Shimenawa Festival

An annual Shinto ritual sees the massive sacred rope (shimenawa) at Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks) in Futamigaura...
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Apr. 26
Takasu Kagura Shinto Dance

A traditional kagura dance is dedicated at Takasu Shrine (髙祖神社) in Itoshima. Founded in the Heian period, the shrine’s existing...
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Apr. 11 ~

Apr. 12
Namaste Fukuoka 2026

Namaste Fukuoka is an event where visitors can experience Indian culture through food, music, and hands-on activities...
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Apr. 4
Chikugo Seven Regional Sake & Culture Fair

The Chikugo Seven Regions Sake Culture Expo is a popular spring event celebrating the sake culture of the Chikugo area. Eight...
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Mar. 27 ~

Apr. 10
Nishi Park Sakura Festival

Nishi Park—the only site in Fukuoka Prefecture selected among Japan’s “Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots”—hosts...
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