An intimate Awa Odori in the town at the heart of Shikoku
About this spot
The Awa Odori held for 4 days from August 13-16 in Miyoshi City's Ikeda Town, positioned at the center of Shikoku and also called 'the navel of Shikoku.' Local dance groups gather in Hesouko Park and the streets around JR Ikeda Station, performing their dances in succession to the bells and drums. Unlike the large performance venues in Tokushima and Naruto cities, this town's Awa Odori has the charm of an intimate atmosphere with close audience proximity. Children often join the dance circles as spontaneous participants.
Season & hours
Name: いけだ阿波おどり
Date & time: 8/13 (Thu)–8/16 (Sun) Time TBA
Venue: 三好市・へそっ子公園、JR阿波池田駅周辺
Tips
The venue area may have traffic restrictions on the day. At night, areas away from the station become dark, so a flashlight is helpful. Check the latest announcements for confirmation of whether the event will be held in bad weather.
Best time to visit
From 5 PM opening. From 6 PM onward when the lanterns are lit, the festival atmosphere becomes even more impressive
Access & map
Hesouko Park and JR Ikeda Station area, Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture
Model course featuring this spot
2026 Ikeda Awa Odori Full-Day Experience Course
Tokushima
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