Tochigi City
Tochigi city is a popular destination for travelers to visit on their way to Nikko. Visitors can enjoy many Edo period traditonal activities.
とちぎ秋まつり (栃木市)
DATE
2024 : 3 days in Mid November (first day is Children’s festival)
*Dates and times have not been confirmed with the organizer.
*Dates and times updated 6th Oct (from official website)
Festival Times & Schedule
*Dates and times are based on the 2022 event.
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
Cost
Traditional Edo-style festival floats called ‘Dashi’ carry exquisitely carved figures decorated in gold and silver. Watch by as they parade up and down the streets to the sound of overwhelming taiko drummers.
In the evening you can also watch ‘Butsuke’ where floats battle against each other.
This biannual festival at the start of November is one of the best traditional festivals in this region so make sure not to miss it.
Local recommendations
Visit Shoai Samurai for a unique, eco-friendly Japanese culture experience.
Try traditional indigo dyeing (Aizome) and support the local community. Create your masterpiece while making a positive impact!
Tochigi city is a popular destination for travelers to visit on their way to Nikko. Visitors can enjoy many Edo period traditonal activities.
From Tokyo
Address
Center of Tochigi city main street around Yorozucho Police station.
栃木県栃木市万町付近
Yorozucho, Tochigi-city, Tochigi Pref
By Train
Tochigi Station (JR & Tobu Lines)
Take the Tobu Line (Tobu Nikko line / Tobu Utsunomiya Line) or JR Ryomo Line to Tochigi station. Walk for about 15 minutes from the station down the main street to the center of town.
By Car
Approximately 15 minutes drive from the Tochigi IC on the Tohoku Expressway.
For information about this event please contact the Tochigi city Tourism department directly.
Tel: +81 0282-21-2374
Email: none
Japanese Event Website (External Link – Japanese)