About this event
"Ban Lifted!! Shishamo Festival," held in Mukawa Town, Hokkaido, is a festival where you can savor shishamo smelt, an autumn delicacy. Scheduled to be held on October 24, 2026, it will take place in the parking lot of the Mukawa Town Hall from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This festival celebrates the lifting of the ban on shishamo fishing, offering not only fresh shishamo dishes but also a variety of gourmet foods and events. It is expected that the venue will feature sales of dishes using shishamo, exhibitions related to shishamo, and hands-on activity corners. It is a rare opportunity to taste shishamo, the king of autumn flavors, right during the season when the ban is lifted, making it an event where you can experience the local food culture. Why not enjoy autumn in Mukawa Town with family and friends?
Official website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Mukawa Town Hall
2-88 Miyuki, Mukawa Town, Yufutsu District, Hokkaido 054-0042
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