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Izushi Castle Festival

Tue, Nov 3, 2026, 09:00–16:00 · Izushi Town, Toyooka · Hyogo

Dates

  • Tue, Nov 3, 2026, 09:00–16:00

About this event

Summary
A representative festival in the castle town of Izushi (also known as Hashitate or Dashibetsu) celebrating the return of the domain lord from Edo during the Sankin-kotai system.

Highlights
• Children’s Daimyo Procession and Adult Daimyo Procession parading through the town
• Skillful spear-waving performances by the Akasaka Jibushi group
• Spear-waving experiences for visitors
• Local produce and farmers’ market
• Lively atmosphere filling the entire town from morning till night

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