Matsue Castle Festival - Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of National Treasure Designation

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