Himeji Summer Festival 2026

Why You Should Visit

A summer festival at Otemae Park, right in front of Himeji Castle, packed with guest live shows and festival-stall fun. Over two days the stage features acts including HIPPY, Tani Yuuki and Kenji, plus a local junior-high brass band, the Shirasagi Music Audition and a lucky-card draw. Rows of food stalls fill the grounds, alongside a display of working vehicles, an old-school haunted house and handmade-craft workshops — an easy day out for families.

Essentials

location: Otemae Park, in front of Himeji Castle
period: September 5, 2026 (Sat) - September 6, 2026 (Sun)
cost: Free admission (some programs and food/drink at cost)
Links: Official Website
access: About a 10-minute walk toward Himeji Castle from JR Himeji Station and Sanyo Himeji Station. Crowds are expected, so public transport is recommended.
TAGS
NOTE: [Guest live]
- Sep 5 (Sat): HIPPY / Tani Yuuki
- Sep 6 (Sun): Kenji

[Stage]
- Local junior-high combined brass band concert (Sep 5)
- Shirasagi Music Audition 2026 (Sep 6)
- Super Lucky Card grand draw (Sep 6)

[Throughout]
- Festival food stalls (Dai-Ennichi)
- Working-vehicles gathering
- Old-school haunted house
- Handmade-craft workshops

* Programs and times are subject to change. Check the official site and Instagram (@himeji_natsumatsuri) for the latest.

出典: 姫路夏祭り2026 公式サイト

FAQ

When is the Himeji Summer Festival 2026?

It runs Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6, 2026 at Otemae Park in front of Himeji Castle. Hours will be announced on the official site and Instagram.

Is admission free?

Entry to the grounds is free. Some live shows and programs may be paid, and food/drink at stalls is at your own cost.

Is it good for families with children?

Yes. Festival stalls, a working-vehicles display, a haunted house and craft workshops make it a full day out for families.

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