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第49回 馬関まつり（平家踊り総踊り大会）

Bon Odori (Japanese summer festival dance) in Shimonoseki City 下関市Yamaguchi

第49回 馬関まつり（平家踊り総踊り大会） is a Bon Odori (Japanese summer festival dance) held in Shimonoseki City 下関市, Yamaguchi. The 2026 edition was held on Sat, Aug 22, 2026 – Sun, Aug 23, 2026, with the start at 19:00. The venue was Kaikyo Yume Plaza and others (JR Shimonoseki Sta. to Karato) 海峡ゆめ広場ほか（JR下関駅〜唐戸）, and the nearest station was Shimonoseki Sta. 下関. Dates change every year; the next edition is announced by the organizer.

DateSat, Aug 22, 2026 – Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Start time19:00
End time20:00
VenueKaikyo Yume Plaza and others (JR Shimonoseki Sta. to Karato) 海峡ゆめ広場ほか（JR下関駅〜唐戸）
PrefectureYamaguchi
AreaShimonoseki City 下関市
Nearest stationShimonoseki Sta. 下関
Address (for taxi / maps)山口県下関市豊前田町ほか
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Before you go

  • Bon Odori is a community dance. Visitors can usually join the circle for free — just copy the people in front of you.
  • Wear something comfortable. A yukata (light summer kimono) is welcome but not required.
  • Carry some cash: many food stalls do not take cards. Trains can be crowded after the event, so check the last train.
  • Dates, times and weather rules change every year and a rained-out event may be cancelled on the day. Check the organizer's official page before you go.

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