historical festivals in Japan
Historical festivals & samurai parades in Japan on 16 October 2026 (Fri)
Events in historical festivals, samurai processions, battle reenactments & castle festivals across Japan on 16 October 2026 (Fri), as a list and on a map. 1 of them open on this day.
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16 October 2026 (Fri) — 5 events
Starts on this day 1
Opens on this day
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
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〜
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 27 (Sun) – Oct 18 (Sun)
Sekigahara Battle Festival and Sekigahara Battlefield Walking Tour
Experience the history of Sekigahara in this autumn event.
Upcoming
Oct 11 (Sun) – Nov 4 (Wed)
09:00〜21:00
Kumamoto Castle Autumn Festival
This autumn festival takes place at Kumamoto Castle, a symbol of Kumamoto.
