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36 upcoming events
Kiyozumi Cosmos Festival 2026

Kiyozumi Cosmos Festival 2026

Mid - Late Oct

Each year from around late September through until late October, 5 million cosmos flowers bloom in a space of 7 hectares at the..

Hyogo ¥300
Undokai World Cup 2026

Undokai World Cup 2026

Late Oct - Early Nov

Are you planning a trip to Kansai this September? Come join Undokai World Cup! Held off the coast of Osaka on Awaji Island, Undokai..

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Akashi Meat Festival 2026

Akashi Meat Festival 2026

Early Nov

The 15th Akashi Meat Festival is set for three mouthwatering days from Saturday, November 1st to Monday, November 3rd (national..

Hyogo Free Entry
National Pottery Fair 2026

National Pottery Fair 2026

Late Oct - Early Nov

The National Pottery Fair takes place over five days at Himeji Castle and includes pottery from around 30 famous production areas..

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Kobe Marathon 2026

Kobe Marathon 2026

Mid Nov

Fun fact: Kobe is the birthplace of marathon racing in Japan, hosting the country’s first-ever marathon back in 1909. Today, t..

Hyogo ¥24,200
Awaji Highway Oasis Illuminations 2026

Awaji Highway Oasis Illuminations 2026

Early Nov - Late Dec

From early November right up until Christmas Day, the Awaji Highway Oasis roadside rest area will feature an impressive 9-meter..

Hyogo 1 Free Entry
Nankinmachi Lantern Festival 2026

Nankinmachi Lantern Festival 2026

Early - Late Dec

The Nankinmachi Lantern Festival is an annual event that takes place at Kobe's Nankinmachi Square, which is one of the city's..

Hyogo 1 Free Entry

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