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Kurashiki Tenryo Summer Festival

倉敷天領夏祭り

A renowned summer festival features over 3,500 participants in the Daikan Bayashi-Odori dance, decorated floats, and traditional performances.

Kurashiki Tenryo Summer Festival
Kurashiki Tenryo Summer Festival © Okayama Prefectural Tourism Federation
Dates
25 Jul 2027 Not yet confirmed
Links
Official website Japanese
Venue
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter1-4-11, Chuo, Kurashiki City, Okayama
〒 710-0046
How to get there
Nearest stationKurashiki Station
倉敷
Hakubi Line · Mizushima Main Line · San-yo Main Line1 min walk from the station
Nearest bus stop倉敷駅北口1 min walk from the bus stop
More about this place

The Kurashiki Tenryo Summer Festival transforms the historic streets of Kurashiki City into a vibrant tapestry of culture and celebration. This renowned summer event features the mesmerising Daikan Bayashi-Odori Dance, where over 3,500 participants showcase their talent. The festival's atmosphere comes alive with captivating drum and musical band performances that enchant attendees.

The festival also features a grand parade of beautifully decorated floats, known as "mikoshi", which are carried through the streets by teams of participants dressed in traditional attire.

Local residents grace the occasion in traditional attire, including yukata and kimono, as they join in traditional dances, infusing the festival with a sense of community and heritage. The experience is further enriched by a tempting array of food stalls, offering delicious regional delicacies and delightful summer treats.

Getting There

Map: Getting to Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. Legend: San-yo Main Line; Hakubi Line; Mizushima Main Line; Sanyo Shinkansen. Labelled stations: Shin-Kurashiki, Okayama, Hiroshima, Soja, Mitsubishijikomae, Fukuyama, Kurashiki.

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