Lake Biwa Otsu YEG Lantern Fest 2026
Japanese name:びわ湖大津YEG ランタンフェス2026
📅 Sat, Dec 5, 2026
About this event
A mystical event where lanterns carrying wishes are floated into the night sky, "Lake Biwa Otsu YEG Lantern Fest 2026," will be held at Otsu Port Symbol Green Park in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture. On the day, food trucks as well as festival stalls and merchandise markets will be set up, enveloping the area in a lively atmosphere. Together with family and friends, you can enjoy a special night woven by the beautiful lights of lanterns. Advance sales of lanterns are also conducted, priced at 4,000 yen (tax included) per unit. The sales period runs from Friday, October 16 to Friday, November 20, and there will be no same-day sales. The event will be held rain or shine, but may be canceled in the event of severe weather. Please note that no refunds will be issued in the event of cancellation. Up to 500 units are planned for sale, ending as soon as sold out. Arriving by public transportation is recommended.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Otsu Port Symbol Green Park
5-1-7 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047
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