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Esashi Jinku Matsuri Festival

Name: Esashi Jinku Matsuri Festival
Start: 2027-05-03
End: 2027-05-03
Location: Odori Park and surrounding areas

江刺甚句まつり

Experience the power of 1,000 dancers! Witness the intense Esashi Shika Odori and the vibrant Esashi Jinku Matsuri in Iwate.

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Schedule

May 3, 2027

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Esashi Jinku Matsuri is a traditional festival held every May in Esashi, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture. Rooted in the historic Iwadō Fire Protection Festival, this event has been a community-driven celebration since 1974.

Highlights

Traditional DanceStreet Food StallsFree Shuttle Bus

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About Esashi Jinku Matsuri Festival

Witness Traditional Dance: The 100-person 'Momoka Taigunmai' dance is a breathtaking spectacle.
Enjoy Street Food: Explore the lively night stalls during the evening festival for local flavors.
Use the Free Shuttle: Avoid parking stress by using the free shuttle from the JA Esashi Main Office.
Feel the Energy: Experience the unity of a community dancing together from childhood to adulthood.

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Weather forecast

Wed

9/16

24°/18°

25%

Thu

9/17

26°/16°

Fri

9/18

23°/16°

28%

Sat

9/19

24°/17°

76%

Sun

9/20

25°/18°

77%

Mon

9/21

24°/20°

71%

Tue

9/22

26°/12°

40%

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Tips

Crowd Management
The area gets very crowded. Using the free shuttle from JA Esashi Main Office is the most convenient option.
Transportation
It is a 10-minute drive from Mizusawa-Esashi Station; check local transit routes in advance.
Clothing
We recommend comfortable walking shoes and layers for long periods of outdoor viewing.

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