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Hoshi-kawa Street, KUMAGAYA Water-Throwing Festival, Kumagaya City, Saitama

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Walk the Dike Along the Ara River and Feel the Breeze

About 90 min from the previous stop

About 420 min here

About this spot

Held on August 16, 2026, from 2 PM to 9 PM on Hoshi-kawa Street in Kumagaya, known as 'Japan's hottest town.' The water-throwing festival features spirited children and families joyfully splashing water to beat the summer heat. As evening falls, the Bon Odori dance festival unfolds in the same venue, transitioning from the festival's energetic heat to the serene, nostalgic feeling of a summer night. Experiencing two completely different festival faces in one day at one venue is this event's unique charm.

Festival details

Name: 納涼大盆踊り大会＆KUMAGAYA水かけ祭り

Date & time: 8/16 (Sun) 14:00–20:00 (水かけ祭り14:00/15:00・盆踊り17:00/19:00・お菓子まき20:00)

Venue: 熊谷市・星川通り・太陽の広場周辺

Source: city.kumagaya.lg.jp

Tips

If participating in water-throwing, wear water-appropriate clothes or bring a change of clothes. During midday heat, seek shade and drink water regularly to prevent heat illness. Bring a light layer for evening as temperatures may drop.