Saijousan Autumn Foliage Festival

About this event

The Reiwa 8 (2026) Saijousan Autumn Foliage Festival will be held over 16 days from Saturday, November 14 to Sunday, November 29. Throughout the period, various events are planned, such as the Momijiyama illuminations, the Momiji Market, Japanese umbrella decorations along Shiso Sake Brewery Street, the Yamasaki Town Allied Shopping Street Autumn Color Sticker Campaign, the Castle Town Yamasaki Panel Exhibition, and guided walking tours around central Yamasaki. In particular, the "Momiji Market," held daily from November 14 to 29, features food, hands-on activity, and retail stalls, with the number of vendors varying by day. In addition, the "Momijiyama Illumination," running daily from 17:00 to 21:00 between November 14 and 29, lets visitors enjoy the autumn leaves at night. Furthermore, during the 3-day holiday weekend from Saturday, November 21 to Monday (national holiday), November 23, pedestrianized street traffic regulations will be in place, hosting a cluster of events including bamboo lantern installations, acoustic mini-concerts, a Machiya Market, and Japanese sake tastings with all-you-can-stuff sake lees. On the final weekend of Saturday, November 28 and Sunday, November 29, the Honda Festival (warrior procession), an antique market, and a pop-up art show are scheduled. The latest updates will be posted on the official website as available.

Venue

Saijousan Park

Motoyamasaki, Yamasaki-cho, Shiso, Hyogo 671-2578