Festivals & Events

September Festivals & Events

September 12-18Fukuoka

Hakozaki-gu (Chikuzen-koku Ichinomiya)・Hojose (Festival of Releasing Life)

One of Hakata's three major festivals. A grand autumn festival with hundreds of food stalls lining the approach.

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September 19Kagoshima

Kirishima Jingu (Kirishima Grand Shrine)・Reisai (annual grand festival)

The most important annual festival held once a year at Kirishima Jingu.

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September (2 days before Autumn Equinox to September 25)Fukuoka

Dazaifu Tenmangu (Dazaifu Tenman Grand Shrine)・Shinkosai Grand Festival

An autumn grand festival to comfort the divine spirit of Dozen Koutou.

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October Festivals & Events

October 1-3Fukuoka

Munakata Taisha Hazatsumiya (Munakata Grand Shrine, Hazatsumiya)・Miaare-sai (Autumn Grand Festival)

A spectacular maritime procession where hundreds of large vessels welcome the ceremonial boat.

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October 7-9Nagasaki

諏訪神社・Nagasaki Kunchi

One of Japan's three great Kunchi festivals. Features dragon dances and Kokkodesho dedication dances.

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October 23-24Fukuoka

Kashida Shrine・Hakata Okunchi

Kushida Shrine's autumn grand festival, giving thanks for the autumn harvest in Hakata.

November Festivals & Events

11月Kagoshima

Kirishima Jingu (Kirishima Grand Shrine)・天孫降臨御神火祭

天孫降臨神話を再現する勇壮な火の祭典。

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We're gradually expanding coverage starting with major shrines and temples. Dates may vary slightly from year to year, so please check official information before visiting.