Kukuma Natsu Matsuri
菊間夏まつり
Experience the excitement of the Kukuma Natsu Matsuri on July 18, 2026, featuring live fish catching, fishing contests, and a spectacular fireworks…This event has ended
Kukuma Natsu Matsuri is a traditional summer festival held in the Kukuma area of Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture. The 2026 edition is scheduled for July 18.
Highlights
About Kukuma Natsu Matsuri
- Enjoy hands-on experiences like fish catching with bare hands and fishing contests.
- Don't miss the spectacular fireworks display at night.
Schedule
July 18, 2026
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
36°/27°
96%
Tue
8/4
32°/27°
100%
Wed
8/5
35°/26°
90%
Thu
8/6
35°/25°
49%
Fri
8/7
35°/27°
67%
Sat
8/8
34°/27°
75%
Sun
8/9
29°/25°
61%
Plan your stay & activities
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Payment Methods
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English Support
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Reservations
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What to Bring
If participating in fish catching or fishing, bring clothes that can get wet and a towel.
Clothing
Wear heat-appropriate clothing for this outdoor summer event.
Date
July 18, 2026
Venue
Kawarakan Mae Special Venue
Before & After the Event
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Experience the Uwajima Ushioni Matsuri & Warei Taisai in Uwajima, Ehime. Featuring powerful Ushioni parades, sea fireworks, and traditional rituals, this is a quintessential Japanese summer experience held over three days in July.
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Oda Toro Matsuri
A magical summer night in Uchiko featuring floating lanterns, local gourmet food, and traditional Japanese performances.
Held in the same area in 2026-07
Iyo Sai Matsuri Festival
Witness a massive 10,000-shell fireworks display over Iyo Port! Experience the energy of the local parade and the best of Japanese summer in Iyo City.
Held in the same area in 2026-07
