Historical festivals & samurai parades in Japan in October 2026
Festivals, fireworks and events in historical festivals, samurai processions, battle reenactments & castle festivals across Japan in October 2026.
October 2026 — 35 events
National Treasure Matsumoto Castle Traditional Artillery Demonstration
This is an event featuring traditional artillery demonstrations held at the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle.
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.
26th Joetsu Town Kurakawa Machiya Byobugai Festival
This festival offers free public access to traditional screens in Kurakawa's machiya (townhouses).
Sekigahara Battle Festival and Sekigahara Battlefield Walking Tour
Experience the history of Sekigahara in this autumn event.
59th Dokkan Festival
The 59th Dokkan Festival will be held in Isehara City on October 3 (Saturday) and 4 (Sunday), 2026.
27th Tottori 320,000 Stone Castle Festival
At the Tottori 320,000 Stone Castle Festival, enjoy a magnificent parade and demonstrations of matchlock guns.
59th Isehara Tourism Dokkan Festival
Experience the culture of Isehara City at the Dokkan Festival.
19th Oni Kojiro Festival
The Oni Kojiro Festival held at Shiroishi Castle is a grand autumn festival that reenacts epic battles.
Ōtsu Festival (大津祭) 2026
A traditional festival that colors the autumn of Ōtsu, featuring elegant floats parading through the city.
57th Maruoka Castle Festival
An event to enjoy the local特色 at Maruoka Castle.
71st Matsushiro Domain Sanada 100,000 Stone Festival
The Matsushiro Domain Sanada 100,000 Stone Festival will be held.
52nd Otaki Castle Festival
A festival celebrating the reconstruction of Otaki Castle, featuring a samurai parade and traditional performances.
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.
Kumamoto Castle Autumn Festival
This autumn festival takes place at Kumamoto Castle, a symbol of Kumamoto.
Daimyo Procession
The Daimyo Procession in Toyokawa City is an event that recreates a historical festival.
41st Nagahama Matchlock Gun Tournament
A tournament enjoying matchlock guns will be held in Nagahama.
Kiyosu Castle Nobunaga Festival
The Nobunaga Festival held at Kiyosu Castle. A great opportunity to engage with history.
49th Obijojak Festival
A traditional festival celebrating autumn in Obi. Enjoy a historical parade and special live performances.
Kawagoe Festival
The largest festival in Kawagoe featuring the Hikawa Shrine's annual festival and procession.
72nd Nagoya Festival (第72回名古屋まつり)
Experience the traditions and culture of Nagoya at this grand autumn event.
Battle of Sekigahara Festival 2026
Experience the history of Sekigahara at this battle festival.
68th Kokura Castle Festival Samurai Parade
This event features a samurai parade around Kokura Castle.
Kiso Yoshinaka's Uprising Warrior Parade
Enjoy the main event of the Kiso Yoshinaka Uprising Festival, the warrior parade.
53rd Sakai Festival: Matchlock Gun Performances and Parade
The Sakai Festival will feature matchlock gun performances and a parade.
59th Tochio Kenshin Festival
A festival in Tochio to commemorate Uesugi Kenshin.
Ozeki Gahara Festival 2026 - East vs. West in Gifu Sekigahara -
A spectacular event that recreates the Battle of Sekigahara.
Aoshu Festival 2026: Aoshu Era Parade
Participants are being recruited for the Aoshu Era Parade as part of the Aoshu Festival.
Machida Jidai Matsuri 2026
The Jidai Matsuri will be held in Machida City for the first time in about two years on October 25, 2026.