Toa Park Bon-Odori Festival 2026 (12th)

Dates & time: July 25, 2026 (Sat) 17:00–21:00
Price & booking: Free admission (food and drinks at the stalls are paid). No sign-up is needed to watch or join the dancing. For the yukata contest, sign the entry form at the reception on the day; you'll receive a numbered ribbon to tuck into your obi.
Venue & access: Toa Park and surrounding streets About 4 min walk from Kenchomae Station (Subway Seishin-Yamate Line), or 7 min from Motomachi Station (JR / Hanshin).

There are 12 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Toa Park and surrounding streets, and 2 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

A neighborhood bon-odori held at Toa Park, just off Tore Road, organized by the local Toa Yamate association. The street in front of the park closes to traffic, widening the site for food stalls and the dance tower. The 5pm stage brings taiko drumming by a Konan University circle and The 501st Legion, the Star Wars costuming volunteer group. From 6pm anyone can join the dance circle. The signature yukata contest takes same-day entries, with awards just after 8:30pm.

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Dance line-up (7 songs)

Tanko-bushi
Dancing Hero
Matsuken Samba
Kagoshima Ohara-bushi
Dekansho-bushi
Gakuen Tengoku
Koi no Katamichi Kippu

Yukata contest

"Your Yukata Suits You So Well" Contest 2026
Judges familiar with kimono walk the site and note the numbers on entrants' ribbons
Winners receive prizes

※In case of rain, the event moves to Sunday, July 26.

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FAQ

Do I need a reservation?

No. Just come to the park during the event hours. Only the yukata contest requires signing up at the reception on the day.

What happens if it rains?

It is postponed to Sunday, July 26. Check the organizer's website (Toa Yamate-kai) for the final call.

Is it good for families with children?

Yes. The venue is the park plus the pedestrianized street in front, with food stalls and a taiko stage. Beginners are welcome in the dance circle.

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