2026 Soma Bon Dance Festival Full-Day Course
A full-day course centered on the "Soma Bon Dance Festival" held on August 13, 2026 (Thursday) at Shimin-no-Hiroba (Soma City Hall parking lot). In the daytime, explore the castle town of the Soma Nakamura clan, visiting Nakamura Castle Ruins (Baryō Park) and Soma Nakamura Shrine, then enjoy the gentle brackish-water scenery of Matsukawa-ura. In the evening, shop and dine at Michi-no-Eki Souma, then head to Shimin-no-Hiroba as the sun sets. Browse food stalls and join the dance circle to the rhythm of taiko drums, enjoying a Soma summer evening as a family. Experience both the historical character of the region, known for the Soma Nomao festival, and the warmth of a community-rooted bon dance—all in one day.
Schedule
Feel the history of the castle town at the ruins of the Soma Nakamura clan's residence
Visit the Soma clan shrine adjacent to the castle ruins
Leisurely enjoy the view of the gentle brackish lake and pine groves
Browse local seafood and specialties, enjoy an early dinner
Starting at 5 p.m., join the community bon dance festival around the tower
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