16th Kashima-nada Clam Festival
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16th Kashima-nada Clam Festival

Japanese name:第16回鹿島灘はまぐり祭り

📅 Sun, Dec 20, 2026

📍 Kashima, Ibaraki

About this event

Held in Kashima City, Ibaraki Prefecture, the '16th Kashima-nada Clam Festival' is a gourmet event where you can savor fresh Kashima-nada common orient clams. The venue will feature a beachside barbecue corner and the 'Kashima-nada Clam Gourmet Street', serving a variety of dishes made with the specialty ingredient 'Kashima-nada clam'. Popular attractions such as a mock auction and a raffle will also take place to liven up the venue. Ceremonial events and releases of juvenile marine life from the wharf are also planned, allowing visitors to enjoy the festival atmosphere while tasting local specialties. The event will be held rain or shine, so participants can attend regardless of weather. Parking will be available near the venue, but carpooling is recommended due to anticipated congestion.

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Venue

Kashima-nada Fisheries Cooperative

2289 Hirai, Kashima, Ibaraki 314-0012

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