Universal Dance Festival 2026 at Meriken Park

Dates & time: September 6, 2026 (Sun) 開場 11:30／開演 12:00／終演 17:00／閉場 18:00
Price & booking: Free entry. Seated ticket ¥2,000 (includes ¥300 food voucher); seats free for preschool children Buy seated tickets in advance via the Google Form on the official site and show the receipt email at reception on the day
Venue & access: Meriken Park Kobe Municipal Subway Kaigan Line: Minato Motomachi Stn (Exit 2) approx. 5 min walk
JR / Hanshin: Motomachi Stn (West Exit) approx. 15 min walk
JR: Kobe Stn (South Exit) approx. 15 min walk
Hanshin / Hankyu: Kosoku-Kobe Stn approx. 15 min walk

There are 5 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Meriken Park, and 4 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

An inclusive dance festival on the outdoor stage at Meriken Park, built around the idea that everyone can express themselves and shine. The line-up runs from a live set by ET-KING to kids' cheer teams, a sign-language dance crew and Kobe's mum dancers, ending with a finale where the audience joins in, with comedian Moody Katsuyama as MC. Hands-on programmes run beside the stage, so it is more than a show to watch. Entry is free; seated tickets (¥2,000, with a food voucher) can be bought in advance. A relaxed Sunday afternoon with the harbour as the backdrop.

Programs

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Moody Katsuyama

Other

Hands-on programmes alongside the stage

*Held in rain; postponed in severe weather. Go/no-go is posted on the official Instagram at 17:00 the day before

*Enquiries: info.universalfes@gmail.com

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FAQ

Can I watch without a ticket?

Yes, entry is free and you can watch standing. For a seat, buy a ¥2,000 seated ticket in advance.

What happens if it rains?

It goes ahead in rain and is postponed in severe weather. The decision is posted on the official Instagram at 17:00 the day before.

Is it good for families with children?

Yes. There are kids' cheer performances and hands-on programmes, and seats are free for preschoolers. The finale invites the audience to dance too.

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