Kashihara 70th Anniversary & 'Asuka-Fujiwara' World Heritage Registration Commemorative Music Marche 2026

About this event

Held to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Kashihara's city status and the World Heritage inscription of "Asuka-Fujiwara: Archaeological Sites of Japan's Ancient Capitals," the "Music Marche 2026" is a musical event set inside the butterfly greenhouse of the Insectarium. Visitors can enjoy mini-live concerts by 3 artist groups, along with workshops well-suited for the artistic autumn inside the facility. Food stalls offering sweets and drinks will also be set up in front of the Insectarium, allowing guests to savor diverse musical genres, autumn flavors, and hands-on experiences throughout the day. On Saturday the 28th, performances feature Ikuko Ioka and Hiromi Toge on flute and violin, a kids' harp ensemble, and an adult harp ensemble. On Sunday the 29th, guitarist Tomoki Inoue and an Irish and Celtic music performance on Irish harp and hammer dulcimer are scheduled. Workshops offer varied opportunities to engage with nature and culture, including Christmas wreath making, bamboo crafting, a bat paper craft experience, fossil and mineral sales, an Sasakia charonda (Japanese emperor butterfly) exhibit, and insect touch experiences. It is an event combining music and hands-on experiences that the entire family can enjoy.

Venue

Kashihara City Insectarium

624 Minamiyama-cho, Kashihara, Nara 634-0024