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Hagi Jidai Matsuri Festival

Name: Hagi Jidai Matsuri Festival
Start: 2026-11-15
End: 2026-11-15
Location: Near Kanaya Shrine and surrounding areas

萩時代まつり

Experience the grandeur of an Edo-period Daimyo procession through the historic streets of Hagi.

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Schedule

November 15, 2026

Guide4 min read

Hagi Jidai Matsuri is a quintessential autumn celebration held in the historic castle town of Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture.

Highlights

Cultural ExperiencePhotographyLocal Exploration

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About Hagi Jidai Matsuri Festival

Cultural Experience: Watching the grand Daimyo procession and the powerful spear performances provides a rare and deep insight into Japanese samurai culture.
Photography: The sight of traditional ceremonies set against the white-walled castle town provides stunning, highly photogenic moments.
Local Exploration: We recommend pairing the festival with a visit to local shrines like Kanaya Shrine or a stroll through the historic streets of Hagi.

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Weather forecast

Thu

9/17

30°/20°

Fri

9/18

23°/21°

88%

Sat

9/19

25°/21°

73%

Sun

9/20

28°/21°

24%

Mon

9/21

26°/20°

16%

Tue

9/22

26°/17°

Wed

9/23

26°/15°

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Tips

Clothing
As this is an outdoor event, please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring layers to adapt to changing weather and temperatures.
Etiquette
Since the festival takes place near sacred shrines and historic sites, please respect local customs and maintain proper etiquette while viewing.

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