Step Toward the Future! Kids Festival 2026

Why You Should Visit

A two-day event at Tachibana Elementary School in Amagasaki where kids take the lead — watching, playing, trying things out and taking on challenges. Under the theme of spreading the feeling of "I want to try that!", there's a kid shopkeeper experience at real vendors' stalls, play and hands-on booths, and food trucks. The stage features street performers, a dance team and a bingo game. Organized by the Shine the Children Association with support from Amagasaki City's children and youth grant, it's a neighborhood event for families with school-age kids.

Programs

Timetable & Map

Essentials

location

Amagasaki Municipal Tachibana Elementary School

period

October 3, 2026 (Sat) - October 4, 2026 (Sun)

Time

10:00〜15:00

cost

No admission fee listed in the announcement (food and activities priced by each booth)

Kobe · Gluten-free

Basque cheesecakeBaked with rice flour, no wheat. Whole 12cm, serves 2-3¥4,700 incl. shipping (Japan only)

access

About 1 km north of Tachibana Station (JR Kobe Line). The school has no visitor parking.

There are 12 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Amagasaki Municipal Tachibana Elementary School, and 2 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

Facility data comes from OpenStreetMap. It does not include opening hours, fees or availability.

NOTE

Kid shopkeeper experience

Children run a vendor's booth as shopkeeper (the organizer assigns the shop)

Booths

Play and hands-on booths, food trucks

* Cancelled in heavy rain.

FAQ

Which shop does my child run as kid shopkeeper?

The organizer assigns the shop. Check the organizer's announcements for how to take part.

What happens if it rains?

It's cancelled in heavy rain.

Can I go by car?

The school has no visitor parking; walking from JR Tachibana Station or cycling is easiest.

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