Festival

Hirado Kunchi (Kameoka Shrine Annual Autumn Festival)

Japanese name:平戸くんち(亀岡神社例大祭)

📅 Sun, Oct 25, 2026 - Mon, Oct 26, 2026

📍 Hirado, Nagasaki

About this event

This is the annual grand festival of Kameoka Shrine, enshrined within Hirado Castle. This traditional festival deeply reflects the culture and history of the region and is packed with highlights. Festival highlights include a heroic warrior procession marching through the town and performances of traditional dances handed down through generations. In addition, powerful lion dances and sacred kagura dedications will be performed, captivating visitors. These dedications offer a valuable opportunity to experience the traditional performing arts and culture passed down since ancient times. Breathing with the history and traditions of Hirado, this festival promises to be an unforgettable experience for both local residents and numerous tourists.

Official website (Japanese) ↗

Venue

Hirado Dutch Trading Post

2477 Okubocho, Hirado, Nagasaki 859-5102

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