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Michi-no-Eki Ōyu (Yuno Station Ōyu) / Ōyu Grand Taiko Festival Venue
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Michi-no-Eki Ōyu (Yuno Station Ōyu) / Ōyu Grand Taiko Festival Venue

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Rest at the foot bath in the hot spring town

About 10 min from the previous stop

About 210 min here

About this spot

Held on August 15, 2026, at Michi-no-Eki Ōyu (Yuno Station Ōyu), the gateway to Ōyu Hot Spring, this local taiko festival features powerful drumming that echoes through the steam-filled hot spring town. The rest area has a farmers market and dining options, convenient for resting after exploring sites and walking the town. Complete a day immersed in Kakudate's history spanning from Jomon times and hot spring atmosphere by experiencing the resonant drums cherished by this community.

Festival details

Name: 大湯大太鼓まつり

Date & time: 8/15 (Sat) 11:30–20:30頃

Venue: 鹿角市十和田大湯中谷地19・道の駅おおゆ

Source: explorekazuno.jp

Tips

The rest area parking can get crowded in late evening. Mountain valleys cool at night; bring a light outer garment. Outdoor drum performances may be modified in rain.

Best time to visit

From 5 PM start, 6 PM onward when drum performances reach full intensity is most impactful.

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Michi-no-Eki Ōyu (Yuno Station Ōyu), Kakudate, Akita Prefecture

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2026 Ōyu Grand Taiko Festival Full-Day Experience

Akita

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