Hirosaki Neputa in Kobe 2026

Dates & time: May 29, 2026 (Fri) - May 31, 2026 (Sun) May 29 (Fri) – May 31 (Sun) ※ Neputa procession: May 29–30 / Ringo Musume mini live: May 30
cost: Free admission (experience programs require registration)
Venue & access: Takahama Quay, Kobe Harborland (in front of umie Mosaic) About 5 min walk from JR Kobe Station / About 3 min walk from Subway Harborland Station

There are 6 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Takahama Quay, Kobe Harborland (in front of umie Mosaic). The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

The traditional Hirosaki Neputa summer festival from Aomori comes to Kobe Harborland for the fifth time. Enjoy large neputa float displays, lantern processions, traditional hayashi music, and Aomori product stalls. Hands-on programs include a 'float puller' experience (wearing authentic happi coats) and a goldfish-neputa lantern walk. A mini live concert by Ringo Musume is also scheduled for May 30.

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Schedule

▍May 29 (Fri)

18:00 Doors open

18:30 Ceremony (neputa illumination)

19:00 Neputa hayashi performance

20:00 Neputa procession

21:00 Night neputa display (lights off at 22:00)

▍May 30 (Sat)

10:00 Doors open

10:30 Hayashi performance, character appearances, etc.

18:15 Ringo Musume mini live

18:55 Neputa illumination

19:00 Neputa hayashi performance

20:00 Neputa procession

21:00 Night neputa display (lights off at 22:00)

▍May 31 (Sun)

10:00 Doors open

10:30 Hayashi performance, character appearances, etc.

14:00 Event ends

【Experience Programs】 ※ Application via official reservation form only

① Float-puller experience (lottery / May 30, 17:00–21:00) 16 spots / adults ¥4,800, ages 6–15 ¥1,000 — Deadline: May 11 (Mon), 9:00 [Closed]

② Rope-pulling experience (first-come / May 30, 19:00–21:00) 40 spots / ¥2,500

③ Goldfish-neputa lantern walk (first-come / May 29–30, 19:00–21:00) 20 spots per day / ¥4,800 — Lantern to take home!

④ Float-puller experience for Furusato-nozei donors (May 29) 10 spots [Closed]

※ Experiences include complimentary Hirosaki apple pie and juice

Apply at: Kobe no Tobira official site

出典: 一般財団法人神戸観光局（PR TIMES）

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FAQ

How do I sign up for the experience programs?

Apply via the reservation form on the 'Kobe no Tobira' official website (https://kobe-door.feel-kobe.jp/). The float-puller experience is a lottery (deadline May 11, 9:00 AM) and registration has closed. Rope-pulling and the goldfish lantern walk are first-come, first-served and may still be available. Please check the official site for the latest status.

Is there an admission fee?

General admission to the venue is free. Please check the 'Kobe no Tobira' website for details on experience program fees.

Can children participate?

The rope-pulling experience is family-friendly and easy for kids to join. The goldfish-neputa lantern walk is also popular with children and includes an LED lantern to take home.

When is the Ringo Musume mini live?

It is scheduled for Saturday, May 30. Please check the official website for the exact time.

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