Tobitake!! Fly Bamboo Dragonflies with 100 People 2026

Dates & time: November 23, 2026 (Mon) 13:00〜17:00
cost: Free to join (some booths, such as food trucks, charge)
location: Suzuran Park

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Why You Should Visit

Part of Kobe's Kita Ward "bamboo project", this afternoon in Suzuran Park gathers 100 people to launch bamboo dragonflies (taketombo) into the air at the same time. Neglected bamboo groves have been spreading across Kita Ward, and the ward is putting that bamboo to use with a goal of setting a Japanese record for the most people flying bamboo dragonflies at once in 2027. This 100-person flight is one of the events leading up to that attempt, and food trucks and other booths will be set up on site. Taking part is free — a relaxed outdoor afternoon for families and anyone curious about the local project.

NOTE

If it rains

The event moves to Sat 5 December, 13:00–17:00, at the same park

About Tobitake!!

Part of Kita Ward's project to make use of bamboo from its spreading, neglected bamboo groves
The aim is to beat the Japanese record for the most people flying bamboo dragonflies at once (741 people)
Planned next: a bamboo-cutting workshop and a 200-person flight in Feb–Mar 2027, then the record attempt in May–Jun 2027

*Enquiries: Kita Ward General Affairs Dept., Community Collaboration Division (via the inquiry form on the Kita Ward Office website)

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FAQ

Is there a fee to take part?

Taking part is free. Some booths, such as food trucks, charge.

What happens if it rains?

If it rains, the event moves to Saturday 5 December, 13:00–17:00, at the same park.

When is the record attempt?

The attempt at the Japanese record for the most people flying bamboo dragonflies at once is planned for May–June 2027.

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