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Nagoya Naka Bon Odori 2026 (Aichi)
14 Bon Odori · Listed by date
14 Bon Odori (Japanese summer festival dances) are listed for Nagoya Naka, Aichi, from Jul 5 (Sun) to Oct 23 (Fri) in the 2026 season. Event names stay in Japanese so you can search them on a map; the dates, venues and nearest stations are translated. Organizers announce next year's dates later, so check the official page before you go.
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Jul 2026
Aug 2026
- Aug 8 (Sat) ~ 18:00名古屋城夏まつり 大盆踊り大会Nagoya Castle Nishinomaru 名古屋城 西之丸 · Meijo Line: Nagoya-jo Sta. 名城線 名古屋城駅
- Aug 30 (Sun) 17:00夏宵縁日 in 東別院(NEO盆踊り)Shinshu Otani-ha Nagoya Betsuin (Higashi Betsuin) 真宗大谷派名古屋別院(東別院) · Higashi-Betsuin Sta. 東別院駅
Sep 2026
Oct 2026
How to enjoy a Bon Odori
- Yukata: a light cotton summer kimono is welcome but not required. Wear comfortable summer clothes and shoes you can walk in.
- Joining in: most events let anyone dance for free. Step into the outer ring of dancers, copy the people in front of you, and keep walking with the music. Many events start with a short lesson.
- Food stalls: yatai sell grilled noodles, shaved ice, takoyaki and drinks. Bring cash, as many stalls do not take cards.
- Rain: some events are held in light rain, many are cancelled in heavy rain or moved indoors. Check the organizer's page or social media on the day.
Beginner's guide →
All Bon Odori in Aichi
Details in Japanese →