Join the dance to the rhythm of "Binzuru-san" at the festival's main event
About this spot
Nagano's largest summer festival, "Nagano Binzuru," held in the Zenko-ji temple precinct around Daimon-cho and Gondō. In 2026, on August 1st, dance groups from companies and communities parade through streets in creative costumes to the iconic chant "Binzuru-san." This course lets you experience the temple precinct by day, then witness those same streets transformed by festival energy—a complete immersion in Nagano's summer.
Fireworks details
Name: 長野びんずる
Date & time: 8/1 (Sat) Time TBA
Venue: 長野市・中心市街地(大門町・権堂周辺)
Tips
Festival day brings extensive traffic restrictions; public transportation is strongly recommended. Festival routes and times vary yearly—check local information for current details.
Best time to visit
Dancers begin gathering around 5 p.m.; the atmosphere peaks after dusk around 6 p.m.
Access & map
Nagano Prefecture, Nagano City, Downtown (Daimon-cho and Gondō Area)
Model course featuring this spot
Full-Day Nagano Binzuru Festival Course 2026
Nagano
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