Kakegawa Matsuri
掛川祭
Splendid floats and powerful lion dances illuminate the historic streets of Kakegawa Castle Town.Kakegawa Matsuri is a grand traditional festival held by 41 neighborhoods across 7 shrines, including Ryuo, Shinmei, Ri, Ikebe, Hakusan, Tsushima, and Kifune Shrines.
Punti salienti
Su Kakegawa Matsuri
- Enjoy the Night Festival: The most beautiful time is at night when the lanterns illuminate the floats and the music reaches its peak intensity.
- Use the Festival Plaza: During the Grand Festival, the 'Festival Plaza' is a great place to watch many performances and stalls efficiently.
- Photogenic Moments: The decorated floats and powerful lion dances are perfect for photography. Don't forget your camera for the illuminated night scenes.
Galleria fotografica
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10 ottobre 2026
Previsioni meteo
lun
03/08
29°/25°
100%
mar
04/08
30°/24°
0%
mer
05/08
32°/26°
8%
gio
06/08
32°/26°
31%
ven
07/08
31°/25°
58%
sab
08/08
30°/24°
46%
dom
09/08
28°/23°
45%
Pianifica alloggio e attività
Consigli
Clothing/Items
When crossing the path of the procession, always walk behind the group to avoid disrupting the event.
Access
Large-scale traffic restrictions are in place. We recommend using trains and walking rather than driving.
Payment
Cash is most convenient for purchasing food and drinks from street stalls.
Crowds
The area becomes very crowded at night. Please plan your movements with extra time.
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