Matsue Castle Festival - Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of National Treasure Designation
国宝松江城 お城まつり ～松江城天守国宝指定10周年記念～- Matsue Shinjiko-Onsen StationKitamatsue line
- Walk 15 minutes
The Matsue Castle Festival celebrates the 10th anniversary of Matsue Castle’s National Treasure designation, coinciding with the cherry blossom season. During the festival, Matsue Castle Honmaru will have extended opening hours until 9:00 PM. For cherry blossom enthusiasts, a special nighttime illumination will take place from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, featuring sakura lighting, bonbori lanterns, and large warrior lanterns. Throughout the event period, food stalls will be available, offering a variety of local treats.
Event Highlights
March 29 (Sat), March 30 (Sun), April 5 (Sat), April 6 (Sun)
Sakura Stage: Traditional performances and samurai shows
March 29 (Sat), March 30 (Sun), April 6 (Sun)
Castle Surprise Jidaigeki (Samurai Drama Performance)
March 29 (Sat)
Lecture by Joe Okada
March 29 (Sat), March 30 (Sun)
Craft Beer Festival Matsue @ Matsue Castle
Inflatable Dome Play Area for Kids
Samurai & Ninja Experiences
March 31 (Mon) - April 4 (Fri)
Samurai Dress-Up Experience
April 5 (Sat), April 6 (Sun)
Laser Shuriken Battle - e-NINJA
Special Live & Cosplay Events
April 5 (Sat)
Castle Climbing Tour with Yoshimoto Comedians
Matsue Warrior Parade Honoring Lord Yoshiharu Horio (18th Lord)
Special Guest: Eisaku Yoshida
April 6 (Sun)
FM San’in Live Recording: “Ryoma Quartet - Ryoma & Masakatsu Special Live”
Cosplay Parade - Cosquerade at Matsue Castle
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