NISHIKU Marugoto Dance Fes 2026｜11/21(Sat) Access & Fees

Why You Should Visit

The second edition of a dance event in Nishi Ward, planned and run by students from Kobe Gakuen Toshi and Kobe Takatsuka high schools. A special stage in Seishin Chuo Park hosts a 32-team 2-on-2 all-style dance battle tournament and dance performances by individuals and groups. Booths themed on Nishi Ward are also planned, and watching is free. A good half-day in the park for families who enjoy dance.

Essentials

location

Special stage at Seishin Chuo Park (rain venue: Univer Dome)

period

November 21, 2026 (Sat)

Time

10:00–15:00 (planned)

cost

Free to watch

Links

Official Website

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access

Train: About 5 min walk from Seishin-Chuo Station (Kobe Municipal Subway)
Car: No parking at the venue (use nearby paid lots)

TICKETS / REGISTRATION

No registration needed to watch. Entries for the 2-on-2 all-style dance battle are open until Friday, October 16 (pairs, any genre, free). Entry form
Entries for the dance performances have closed.

NOTE

Stage

2-on-2 all-style dance battle (32-team tournament)
Dance performances (8 individuals/groups)

Battle judging

Guest judge YouYA (Muuya Iguchi), student judges and audience applause vote
Top finishers receive commemorative gifts and Nishi Ward produce

Booths

Booths themed on Nishi Ward are planned (details not yet announced)

※In case of rain, the event moves to Univer Dome

FAQ

Do I need a ticket or reservation to watch?

Watching is free and no reservation is needed.

What happens if it rains?

In case of rain, the event moves to Univer Dome.

Can I enter the dance battle?

Yes. Pairs of any genre can apply for free until Friday, October 16. It is a 32-team bracket. See the Nishi Ward Office event page for how to apply.

Can I drive there?

There is no parking at the venue. It is about a 5-minute walk from Seishin-Chuo Station, so the subway is the easiest option.

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