Events and festivals happening in Iwate in October.
Iwate · Festivals & Fireworks
Experience a special autumn at the World Heritage site Motsuji, featuring beautiful bush clover and the traditional Ennen-no-mai dance. The colorful scenery of the Pure Land Garden is an unforgettable sight.
Sep 25 – Oct 20
Get up to 40% off Nambu Tekki! Enjoy high-energy competitions and hands-on artisan workshops. A must-visit annual festival to experience the beauty of Japanese ironware.
Oct 10 – Oct 11
Experience the grandeur of the Fujiwara clan through traditional rituals and performances at the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji. A perfect way to connect with Japan's spiritual history and autumn beauty.
Oct 20
A 1,300-year-old Tohoku tradition! Witness the intense, high-speed race between two sacred shrines in the dark of early morning. A truly powerful and historic experience.
Oct 23 – Oct 25
