Himeji Yukata Festival 2026

Dates & time: June 20, 2026 (Sat) - June 21, 2026 (Sun) 16:30–21:30 each day (traffic restrictions: 16:00–22:00)
cost: Free admission
Venue & access: Around Osakabe Shrine, Jonan Park and the shopping streets About a 10-minute walk from JR Himeji Station and Sanyo Himeji Station. Traffic restrictions will be in effect; public transportation is recommended.

There are 12 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Around Osakabe Shrine, Jonan Park and the shopping streets, and 5 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

Held as the annual festival of Osakabe Shrine, the Himeji Yukata Festival marks the arrival of summer. Food stalls and local shops line the streets around the shrine, Jonan Park and the shopping arcades, filling the town with yukata-clad visitors. The first day features a children's yukata parade from Himeji Castle's Sannomaru Square to Jonan Park. Come in a yukata and you'll enjoy perks such as free admission to Himeji Castle and nearby attractions and half-price Shinki Bus fares.

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Perks for visitors in yukata

Free admission to Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden, the zoo, Himeji City Museum of Literature and the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of History (permanent exhibitions only at the latter two)
Half-price Shinki Bus fares (routes to/from Himeji, JR Aboshi and Sanyo Shikama stations; some routes excluded; cash only)
20% off round-trip Mt. Shosha Ropeway tickets
Half-price castle moat sightseeing boat rides (adults only)
Earth Cinemas Himeji: free S/M-size drink with a same-day movie ticket
Discounts and giveaways at local shopping streets

Traffic restrictions

Roads around Osakabe Shrine: 16:00–22:00 each day
East rotary of Himeji Station and roads near Sanyo Department Store: 21:00–5:00 the next morning
Castle Garden, Castle View and pedestrian decks: from 21:00 until early morning; station lawn plaza: June 20 to the morning of June 22

* Cancellation hotline: 079-282-2012 (automated, Japanese)

* Drone photography is prohibited around Himeji Castle and the festival grounds

* Expect heavy crowds; please refrain from cycling through the area

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FAQ

When is the Himeji Yukata Festival 2026?

It is held on Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 16:30 to 21:30 each day. A children's yukata parade starts at 16:00 on the first day.

Are there perks for visiting in a yukata?

Yes. Visitors in yukata get free admission to Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden, the zoo and other nearby attractions, half-price Shinki Bus fares, 20% off the Mt. Shosha Ropeway and more.

Will the festival be held in the rain?

The children's parade runs on a shortened route in rain, while the Jonan Park stage events are cancelled. Cancellation updates are available at 079-282-2012 (automated, Japanese).

How do I get there?

The festival area around Osakabe Shrine and Jonan Park is about a 10-minute walk from JR Himeji Station and Sanyo Himeji Station. Traffic restrictions will be in place, so public transport is recommended.