2026 Obanazawa Hanagasa Festival Full-Day Course
A full-day course centered on the first day of the 'Obanazawa Hanagasa Festival' held on August 27-28, 2026 (Thursday-Friday) in Obanazawa, Yamagata Prefecture. This town is said to be the birthplace of the Hanagasa Ondo and you'll trace the festival's origins starting from Lake Tokoro. Visit the historical museum associated with Matsuo Basho, who stayed here during his 'Oku no Hosomichi' travels, and stop at tourism facilities to explore local products and feel the spirit of Obanazawa. After an early dinner at shopping streets in the city center, as evening approaches, the entire Obanazawa area transforms into the festival stage. Watch dancers carrying hanagasa (flower fans) parade with shouts of 'Yassho, Makasho!' — a full day of family enjoyment and close-up entertainment.
Schedule
Lake Tokoro — the birthplace of Hanagasa Ondo, tracing the festival's origins
Historical museum featuring items connected to Matsuo Basho
Tourism product hall showcasing local specialty products and souvenirs
Early dinner at downtown shopping streets to prepare for the main festival
The main festival in the birthplace of Hanagasa Ondo, where dancers carry flower fans and parade through the city
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