UpcomingFestivals & FireworksNagasaki
Takengei
竹ン芸
A thrilling high-altitude acrobatics show atop 10-meter bamboo poles! Experience the legendary Dance of the Foxes.
Schedule
October 14, 2026 14:00 – October 14, 2026 21:00
October 15, 2026 12:00 – October 15, 2026 21:00
Guide5 min read
Takengei is a traditional performing art held every autumn at Wakamiya Inari Shrine in Nagasaki City.
Highlights
High-altitude acrobaticsHistoric shrinesFestival atmosphere
About Takengei
- High-Altitude Acrobatics: Witness the thrilling, dynamic stunts performed atop 10-meter bamboo poles.
- Historic Shrine Atmosphere: Enjoy the traditional arts within the beautiful setting of Wakamiya Inari Shrine.
- Festival Spirit: Experience the energy of Japanese festivals with traditional music and lucky rice cake scattering.
Weather forecast
Fri
9/4
26°/23°
100%
Sat
9/5
28°/25°
59%
Sun
9/6
28°/26°
69%
Mon
9/7
30°/24°
39%
Tue
9/8
31°/24°
14%
Wed
9/9
30°/25°
27%
Thu
9/10
29°/24°
55%
