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32nd Wakamatsu Performing Arts Festival

Sun, Oct 11, 2026, 10:30–15:00 · Wakamatsu Civic Hall Main Hall, Kitakyushu · Fukuoka

Dates

  • Sun, Oct 11, 2026, 10:30–15:00

About this event

Summary
Experience the 32nd Festival of Traditional Japanese Performing Arts in Wakamatsu, featuring nine groups from Kitakyushu City.

Highlights
  • Live performances of traditional Japanese dance
  • Demonstrations of Taisho koto (Japanese zither)
  • Chikuzen biwa (three-stringed Japanese lute) performances
  • Up-close interaction with traditional arts


Details
Nine performance groups based in Kitakyushu City will showcase their talents at this annual event. The festival highlights the rich cultural heritage of the region through dance, music, and traditional instruments. Attendees have the unique opportunity to observe and appreciate these performing arts in an intimate setting. This marks the 32nd edition of the festival, celebrating the enduring legacy of Japanese traditional culture.

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Event details come from organizers' websites and web searches. They are not guaranteed to be accurate. Check the official website before you go. Times are Japan time (JST).