The 3rd JA Hiroshima Northern Hiroshima Regional Thanksgiving Festival

About this event

The JA Hiroshima Northern Hiroshima Regional Thanksgiving Festival is a local festival held in Akitakata City, Hiroshima Prefecture. On the day, visitors can enjoy a tasting event of sake submitted to the IWC2026 "SAKE Division" judging, as well as "Takamiya Senbon Nishiki," made with Senbon Nishiki sake rice from Takamiya-cho, Akitakata City. At the venue, diverse stage performances will take place, including Japanese taiko drumming, live music, Kagura, electone performances, dance, and hula. In addition, announcement of results for the agricultural produce competition and flavor contest, as well as a direct sale of farm produce, will be held. Numerous booth vendors will offer local specialties and gourmet food, including Sun Parasol, Ueno Apple Orchard, Setoda mikan tangerines, Takigatani Fish Farm, whole roasted Japanese wagyu beef thigh, and roasted sweet potatoes, along with many food trucks serving french fries, churros, roast beef bowls, and more. At the Chibikko Plaza, attractions such as target shooting and ring toss will be set up, making it an enjoyable event for the entire family. Mochi throwing (mochimaki) will also take place, enlivening the venue.

Venue

JA Hiroshima Northern Hiroshima Regional Headquarters Agricultural & Economic Division Agricultural Sales Section

4227-9 Yokota, Midori-cho, Akitakata, Hiroshima 731-0611