historical festivals in Japan

Historical festivals & samurai parades in Japan on 11 October 2026 (Sun)

Events in historical festivals, samurai processions, battle reenactments & castle festivals across Japan on 11 October 2026 (Sun), as a list and on a map. 6 of them open on this day and 8 finish on it.

11 October 2026 (Sun) — 13 events

Only on this day 5

A one-day event

Upcoming Oct 11 (Sun) 11:00〜20:05

Castle festivals 千葉県 Around Joka-machi Street, Otaki Castle Secondary source

52nd Otaki Castle Festival

A festival celebrating the reconstruction of Otaki Castle, featuring a samurai parade and traditional performances.

Outdoor Kid-friendly

Upcoming Oct 11 (Sun) 10:00〜20:00

Historical processions 埼玉県 Yono Station West Exit Secondary source

Yono Station West Exit Taisho Era Festival Costume Parade

Join us for a costume parade inspired by the Taisho Era! A fun time filled with history awaits.

Outdoor Booking required

Upcoming Oct 11 (Sun) 9:30～

Historical processions 愛知県 Sugimori Hachiman Shrine (杉森八幡社), Akasaka-juku area (旧東海道赤坂宿)

Daimyo Procession

The Daimyo Procession in Toyokawa City is an event that recreates a historical festival.

Upcoming Oct 11 (Sun) 9:30～11:15

Battle re-enactments 滋賀県 Nagahama Castle History Museum Front Square Secondary source

41st Nagahama Matchlock Gun Tournament

A tournament enjoying matchlock guns will be held in Nagahama.

Upcoming Oct 11 (Sun) 9:00～

Castle festivals 愛知県 Kiyosu Castle Area Secondary source

Kiyosu Castle Nobunaga Festival

The Nobunaga Festival held at Kiyosu Castle. A great opportunity to engage with history.

Last day 3

Finishes on this day

Upcoming Oct 10 (Sat) – Oct 11 (Sun) 夕刻～21時・9時～17時30分

Castle festivals 滋賀県 Around JR Ōtsu Station and Chūō-dōri, Tenson Shrine (天孫神社) Secondary source

Ōtsu Festival (大津祭) 2026

A traditional festival that colors the autumn of Ōtsu, featuring elegant floats parading through the city.

Paid Outdoor Evening

Upcoming Oct 10 (Sat) – Oct 11 (Sun) 11:00〜20:00

Castle festivals 福井県 Kasumiga-jo Park (霞ケ城公園)

57th Maruoka Castle Festival

An event to enjoy the local特色 at Maruoka Castle.

Free

Upcoming Oct 10 (Sat) – Oct 11 (Sun) 15:00〜20:00

Historical processions 長野県 Matsushiro Castle Ruins (松代城跡) Secondary source

71st Matsushiro Domain Sanada 100,000 Stone Festival

The Matsushiro Domain Sanada 100,000 Stone Festival will be held.

Starts on this day 1

Opens on this day

Upcoming Oct 11 (Sun) – Nov 4 (Wed) 09:00〜21:00

Castle festivals 熊本県 Special Historic Site Kumamoto Castle Ruins Secondary source

Kumamoto Castle Autumn Festival

This autumn festival takes place at Kumamoto Castle, a symbol of Kumamoto.

Also running 4

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.

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.