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Festivals
Every guide in this section is first-hand — honest notes on what is actually worth your time in Nagoya and Central Japan.
Aug 2026
Setomono Matsuri 2026: Japan’s Great Pottery Market in Seto
Setomono Matsuri 2026 runs Sept 12-13 in Seto, Aichi: about 200 pottery stalls along the river, fireworks, and how to get there from Nagoya. Official info verified.
Aug 2026
Nagoya Matsuri 2026: Dates, Venues, and the One Big Change This Year
The 72nd Nagoya Festival runs Oct 17-18, 2026 at Hisaya Odori Park. The Three Unifiers procession is cancelled - see what replaces it, plus free castle entry.
Aug 2026
Takayama Festival 2026: Autumn Dates, Schedule & Local Tips
Takayama Autumn Festival runs October 9-10, 2026. Official dates, what's confirmed and what isn't yet, floats, karakuri, access from Nagoya and rain rules.