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Matsuri Festivals

Cultural Procession of Arts, Literature, and Customs

Mon, Nov 23, 2026, 10:30–14:30 · Tsukigome Post Town, Wajima General Athletic Ground, Nagiso · Nagano

Dates

  • Mon, Nov 23, 2026, 10:30–14:30

About this event

Summary
Historical reenactment of Tsumago post town life during the Bunka and Bunsei periods featuring 130 local residents in traditional attire.

Highlights
  • Participants portray samurai, wandering swordsmen, bird catchers, palanquin carriers, messengers, and mendicant monks
  • Performance of the "Nagishi-uta" song with the refrain "Today is a good day, let's go, let's go"
  • Procession of a bride riding a Kiso horse accompanied by a matchmaker
  • Group carrying a portable shrine (nagoshi)
  • Children riding in a mountain palanquin (yamanagashi)

Also on the list: Matsuri Festivals in Nagano

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  2. 57th Togakushi Soba Festival

    Togakushi Shrine Nakasha and other areas, Togakushi

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  3. Awano Traditional Music Food Stalls

    Awano Jinmei Shrine, Anan

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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).