historical festivals in Japan

Historical festivals & samurai parades in Japan on 18 October 2026 (Sun)

Events in historical festivals, samurai processions, battle reenactments & castle festivals across Japan on 18 October 2026 (Sun), as a list and on a map. 4 of them open on this day and 9 finish on it.

18 October 2026 (Sun) — 11 events

Only on this day 4

A one-day event

Upcoming Oct 18 (Sun) 10:30〜12:30

Historical processions 長野県 Kamimaruko Shopping Street to Arai Shrine (安良居神社)

Kiso Yoshinaka's Uprising Warrior Parade

Enjoy the main event of the Kiso Yoshinaka Uprising Festival, the warrior parade.

Outdoor Kid-friendly Booking required Paid

Upcoming Oct 18 (Sun)

Battle re-enactments 大阪府 Sakai City (堺市) Secondary source

53rd Sakai Festival: Matchlock Gun Performances and Parade

The Sakai Festival will feature matchlock gun performances and a parade.

Upcoming Oct 18 (Sun) 10:00〜12:00

Historical processions 新潟県 Tochio Community Exchange Center Tochio-re Secondary source

59th Tochio Kenshin Festival

A festival in Tochio to commemorate Uesugi Kenshin.

Upcoming Oct 18 (Sun)

Battle re-enactments 岐阜県 Gifu Sekigahara Historical Battlefield Museum (岐阜関ケ原古戦場記念館) Secondary source

Ozeki Gahara Festival 2026 - East vs. West in Gifu Sekigahara -

A spectacular event that recreates the Battle of Sekigahara.

Last day 5

Finishes on 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

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 17 (Sat) – Oct 18 (Sun) 2026年10月17日(土)13:00~2026年10月18日(日)11:00〜15:00

Castle festivals 宮崎県 Around Obi Castle (飫肥城周辺)

49th Obijojak Festival

A traditional festival celebrating autumn in Obi. Enjoy a historical parade and special live performances.

Outdoor Kid-friendly

Upcoming Oct 17 (Sat) – Oct 18 (Sun) 18:00〜19:00頃

Shrine rituals & tradition 埼玉県 Kawagoe City Secondary source

Kawagoe Festival

The largest festival in Kawagoe featuring the Hikawa Shrine's annual festival and procession.

Evening

Upcoming Oct 17 (Sat) – Oct 18 (Sun) 10:00〜16:00

Battle re-enactments 岐阜県 Sekigahara Friendship Center (関ケ原ふれあいセンター) and surrounding area Secondary source

Battle of Sekigahara Festival 2026

Experience the history of Sekigahara at this battle festival.

Also running 2

Continues before and after this day

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 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.