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Satsumasendai Hanya Matsuri Festival

薩摩川内はんやまつり

Experience the grandeur of the Hanya Parade and historical processions in Satsuma Sendai!

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November 1, 2026

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The Satsumasendai Hanya Matsuri is a deeply rooted, high-energy traditional festival held in the heart of Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima Prefecture.

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Historical ProcessionParadesTraditional Performing Arts

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About Satsumasendai Hanya Matsuri Festival

Witness History Up Close: The Satsumasendai Historical Procession is a unique and precious experience.
Feel the Parade Energy: The rhythmic music and movement of the parade bring the whole town to life.
Join the Grand Finale: The "Hanya Odori" dance offers an incredibly energetic and immersive experience.
Plan a Full Trip: We recommend combining this with sightseeing in the Kagoshima area, keeping travel time from Kagoshima Airport in mind.

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Weather forecast

Sun

11/1

23°/16°

Mon

11/2

23°/17°

100%

Tue

11/3

22°/16°

Wed

11/4

23°/18°

Thu

11/5

25°/16°

63%

Fri

11/6

22°/15°

18%

Sat

11/7

18°/11°

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Tips

Traffic Restrictions
Road closures will be in effect on Route 3 from 11:45 to 16:30. Public transport is highly recommended.
No Drones
The use of drones is strictly prohibited.
Access
The venue is about a 10-minute walk from JR Satsuma-Sendai Station, but expect heavy crowds.

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