Kako Re:Birth 2026 at Kakogawa Riverbed (Oct 18)

Why You Should Visit

A one-day festival on the Kakogawa riverbed built around hands-on booths for both children and adults. Expect around 40 craft and making booths, 12 disaster-preparedness learning booths and about 12 play booths, with roughly 10 acts on stage and around 30 food trucks. Admission is free, and the scale lets you make, learn and eat in one place. About 10 minutes on foot from Kakogawa Station, with free parking.

Essentials

location

Kakogawa Riverbed, Doubutsu no Mori Plaza

period

October 18, 2026 (Sun)

Time

10:00〜16:00

cost

Free admission (some booths charge for activities and food)

Links

Official Website

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access

Train: About 10 min walk west from Kakogawa Station (JR Kobe Line)
Car: Free parking available

There are 2 public restrooms within a 8-minute walk of Kakogawa Riverbed, Doubutsu no Mori Plaza. The map shows each with its walking time.

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NOTE

Booths

About 40 craft and making booths
12 disaster-preparedness learning booths
About 12 play booths
About 10 stage acts
About 30 food trucks

*Vendors and performers are announced on the organiser's Instagram

*One of the autumn events in Kakogawa City's riverside programme

FAQ

Is there an admission fee?

No, admission is free. Some activities and food are charged at the booth.

Do I need to book activities?

Booking details have not been announced. Check the organiser's Instagram.

What if it rains?

It is held outdoors. Check the organiser's Instagram for weather updates.

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