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KOBE BRIGHTEN EVENT DETAILS Festival Sasayama Yosakoi Festival 2026 2026年4月12日(日) Around Sasayama Castle Ruins… Free admission Kobe City Guide
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Sasayama Yosakoi Festival 2026

Around Sasayama Castle Ruins (Sannomaru Plaza, City Hall Parade Route, and Otemae South Parking Venue)

Why You Should Visit

A spring yosakoi festival set around the Sasayama Castle ruins. The 2026 edition is expected to welcome a record 41 teams, with performances across multiple venues including the main Sannomaru Plaza stage, a parade route in front of City Hall, and the Otemae South Parking venue. The day builds toward a lively finale group dance.

Essentials

location
Around Sasayama Castle Ruins (Sannomaru Plaza, City Hall Parade Route, and Otemae South Parking Venue)
period
April 12, 2026 (Sun)
Time
10:00–16:00 (Held in light rain)
cost
Free admission
access
The event takes place across walkable venues around the Sasayama Castle ruins, centered on Sannomaru Plaza with additional programs along the City Hall route and at the Otemae South Parking venue.
NOTE
The main stage is Sannomaru Plaza, with a parade course in front of City Hall and a sub venue at the Otemae South Parking area.

According to the event poster, the day also includes a performance by the Sasayama Homei High School brass band from 10:00, a calligraphy performance by the school’s calligraphy club from 10:30, an opening stage by local high school students, and the Oshiro Market.

A record 41 teams are expected to take part in 2026. Tanba Sasayama Rakukukan is scheduled to perform at 12:24 in Sannomaru Plaza, 13:10 on the City Hall parade route, and 14:24 at Otemae South.

Mr. Yosakoi Soran, Takeshi Miyamoto, is also announced as a special guest.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Sasayama Yosakoi Festival 2026 held?
It is scheduled for Sunday, April 12, 2026, from 10:00 to 16:00, and is planned to proceed in light rain.
Where are the venues?
The festival takes place around the Sasayama Castle ruins, mainly across Sannomaru Plaza, the City Hall parade route, and the Otemae South Parking venue.
How large is the 2026 event?
The 2026 edition is expected to bring together a record 41 teams. Besides dance performances, the program also includes calligraphy and brass band performances, plus a market area.
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