historical festivals in Japan

Historical festivals & samurai parades in Japan on 23 September 2026 (Wed)

Events in historical festivals, samurai processions, battle reenactments & castle festivals across Japan on 23 September 2026 (Wed), as a list and on a map. 2 of them finish on this day.

23 September 2026 (Wed) — 5 events

Last day 2

Finishes on this day

Now on Sep 12 (Sat) – Sep 23 (Wed)

Battle re-enactments 岐阜県 Gifu Sekigahara Battlefield Memorial Museum Secondary source

Battle of Sekigahara Day Event

This event celebrates 'Battle of Sekigahara Day' in Sekigahara Town, offering a unique samurai armor experience and martial arts demonstrations to connect with history.

Upcoming Sep 22 (Tue) – Sep 23 (Wed)

Shrine rituals & tradition 愛知県 Tokugawaen (徳川園) Secondary source

Tsuki o Sukuu Tokugawaen Kangan-kai

Experience a special moment enjoying the beautiful moon at the moon-viewing event in Tokugawaen.

Also running 3

Continues before and after this day

Now on Apr 30 (Thu) – Oct 18 (Sun) 春: 11:00〜11:30, 13:30〜14:00; 秋: 13:30〜15:00

Battle re-enactments 長野県 Matsumoto Castle Honmaru Garden (松本城本丸庭園) Secondary source

National Treasure Matsumoto Castle Traditional Artillery Demonstration

This is an event featuring traditional artillery demonstrations held at the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle.

Now on Jul 1 (Wed) – Dec 31 (Thu) 12:00〜

Battle re-enactments 山口県 Ukai Plaza (鵜飼広場)

Iwakuni Han Gun Crew Training Demonstration

The Iwakuni Han Gun Crew will showcase their training. This is a rare opportunity to see traditional artillery techniques up close.

Upcoming Sep 15 (Tue) – Oct 15 (Thu) 9:00 ～ 17:00

Castle festivals 新潟県 Murakami City, Former Townspeople District Secondary source

26th Joetsu Town Kurakawa Machiya Byobugai Festival

This festival offers free public access to traditional screens in Kurakawa's machiya (townhouses).