historical festivals in Japan

Historical festivals & samurai parades in Japan on 8 October 2026 (Thu)

Events in historical festivals, samurai processions, battle reenactments & castle festivals across Japan on 8 October 2026 (Thu), as a list and on a map.

8 October 2026 (Thu) — 5 events

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.

Free

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).

Free

Upcoming Sep 27 (Sun) – Oct 18 (Sun)

Battle re-enactments 岐阜県 Sekigahara Secondary source

Sekigahara Battle Festival and Sekigahara Battlefield Walking Tour

Experience the history of Sekigahara in this autumn event.

Upcoming Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 9 (Fri)

Shrine rituals & tradition 長崎県 Suwa Shrine (諏訪神社) Secondary source

2026 Nagasaki Kunchi

A grand festival with over 380 years of history that colors the autumn in Nagasaki.

Outdoor Kid-friendly