Events and festivals happening in Iwate in January.
Iwate · Festivals & Fireworks
Witness the start of the UNESCO-recognized Hayachine Kagura at Kagura-no-Yakata. Experience the divine, dynamic, and 500-year-old traditional dance up close.
Jan 2, 2027
Witness the sacred opening of the UNESCO-listed Hayachine Kagura. Experience the profound beauty of traditional Japanese dance and spiritual history within the majestic atmosphere of Hayachine Jinja.
Jan 3, 2027
日本三大奇祭の一つ、黒石寺蘇民祭。炎の中で繰り広げられる蘇民袋争奪戦の熱狂は一生の思い出に！
Jan 7, 2027
Experience the dramatic Donton-sai fire festival and the traditional Hadakamari procession at Morioka Hachiman-gu. A must-see winter tradition in Iwate.
Jan 15, 2027
A special winter festival at Mokeiji Temple featuring dramatic torchlight processions and the elegant Ennen-no-mai dance.
Jan 20, 2027
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Iwate's traditional festival, featuring ornate floats and a magical nightscape of glowing lanterns. A must-see cultural experience in Oshu City.
Jan 22, 2027
