We will organize a dancing group again this year! Sign up NOW!! Join the biggest festival of Kagoshima city “Ohara Matsuri(おはら祭)”, which has been held for over 70 years. Be one of the locals and experience the authentic culture of Japan! *All images are from last year's scene. Highlight Are you only watching? Why don't you experience dance together at the biggest festival in Kagoshima? Ohara Matsuri is loved by locals and it's been held since 1949. Join the 72nd festival with your family/ friends and spend a special moment. Feel the energy and the culture of the local people at "Yo-matsuri", the pre-night of the festival, by walking tour, which brings you closer to the core of the festival. A professional cameraman will join the group and capture an unforgettable moment. Details Date: Pre-night event "Yo-matsuri" (夜まつり) 6:30pm-8:30pm, Monday 2nd November 2026 Main festival "Hon-matsuri"(本まつり) 8am-2pm, Tuesday (Public holiday in Japan) 3rd November 2026 Price Three courses are on offer for this cultural celebration. Premium PLUS 18,000 yen Premium 12,000 yen Executive 8,000 yen *Free for children up to 14 years old.There is no children's clothing available. Please dress up in what your kids like! Includes:- Pre-night event "Yo-matsuri" Walking Tour- Ohara Matsuri festival entry charge- Matsuri Costume*- Drinks for the dance session- Kagoshima local bento lunch on 3rd Nov - Professional Cameraman- English-speaking escort Not included:- Dinner- Personal Expense *Matsuri Costumes on "Hon-matsuri" on 3rd Nov Premium PLUS course - Yukata and Original T-shirts*Yukata: More casual and lighter than Kimono. The locals wear Yukata for the summer festival. Premium course - Happi coat and Original T-shirt*Happi: Originally worn by craftsmen during the EDO-period (1600-1868), Happi has evolved into a traditional Japanese festival garment. HAPPI makes you happy! Executive course - Original T-shirt Meeting Point: Pre-night event "Yo-matsuri" (夜まつり)/ Main festival "Hon-matsuri"(本まつり); Kagoshima City HallAttendee Requirement:Minimum 10 to Maximum 30 Itinerary Pre-night event "Yo-matsuri" (夜まつり) 6:30pm Meet your guide at the meeting point.7:00pm Walk to the core spot of "Yo-matsuri" to enjoy the performance8:30pm Finish the walking tour *Ask us where are good spots for feeling the Kagoshima vibe for your dinner Main festival "Hon-matsuri"(本まつり)8am Get to the meeting point for costume fitting and preparation* Practice session while you are waiting for the preparation 10am Walk to the starting point of the festival10:45-11:45am Dance session12:30pm- Kagoshima local special lunch Your Kagoshima trip continues... Note Book beforeOne week before OR until the tour is sold out Please check our cancellation policy.– If the tour is canceled due to bad weather conditions or not enough attendees, a notice will be sent by email before 6 PM (JST) 1 day prior to the tour.