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Higashimatsuyama, Saitama
Things to do in Higashimatsuyama
Events in Higashimatsuyama, parks with parking and playground info, and places to visit.
Upcoming events
Sorted by date, soonest first.
- 2026Mon, Nov 9 – Sun, Nov 15
Peony Walk Higashimatsuyama Fire Prevention Fair
An awareness event held in conjunction with the Autumn Fire Prevention Campaign. Along with fire engine displays, brass band performances, and quiz rallies, visitors can enjoy exhibitions of fire prevention posters.
- 2026Wed, Nov 11
Culture and Arts Lecture: The World of Beatrix Potter
A lecture commemorating the 160th anniversary of the birth of Beatrix Potter, the creator of Peter Rabbit. Featuring a university professor who serves as museum director as the lecturer, attendees can learn about the background of her works and the world she left behind.
- 2026Wed, Nov 11
Lecture: The World of Beatrix Potter
A lecture commemorating the 160th anniversary of the birth of Beatrix Potter, author of Peter Rabbit. A university professor will provide commentary on the profound world of the author and her works.
- 2026Wed, Nov 11
Higashimatsuyama City Library Mini Reading Session
A reading session held in the City Library training room to enjoy literary works for adults. Relax and experience the world of classic literature while listening to the soothing voice of the reader.
- 2026Wed, Nov 11 – Sun, Nov 15
129th Koyosha Exhibition
The 129th artwork exhibition by Koyosha held in the library's exhibition room. Masterpieces by members of this historic organization will be on display, offering a cultural art viewing experience perfect for autumn.
- 2026Thu, Nov 12
Hiki District Cultural Property Tour: Exploring the Cultural Properties of Higashimatsuyama and Karako
A walking event to explore historical cultural properties in the Karako area of Higashimatsuyama City, including Karako Shrine, the ruins of Aotori Castle, and Wakamiya Hachiman Kofun, accompanied by explanations from cultural property staff. Enjoy an approximately 8-kilometer walk while connecting with local history.
- 2026Thu, Nov 12
Monthly Citizens Walking (Ooka Civic Activity Center)
A walking event held in various districts across the city to promote health and social interaction among residents. Participants can stay active by walking a course of around 5 to 8 kilometers within the city. Registering a passport allows walkers to aim for completion certificates and enjoy staying healthy.
- 2026Sat, Nov 14 – Sun, Nov 15+5 more dates
Animal Stage Autumn 2026
Animals from the Petting Corner appear on the outdoor stage to showcase the skills and results cultivated through daily training. Enjoy lively, charming animal performances up close.
More (from #9) 112 events
- 2026Sat, Nov 14Municipal Agriculture and Forestry Park: Agri-Park Rangers!Municipal Agriculture and Forestry Park
- 2026Sat, Nov 14 – Sun, Nov 15Mandarin Orange Picking Experience at Higashimatsuyama Agriculture and Forestry Park東松山市農林公園
- 2026Sat, Nov 14Takasaka Library StorytimeTakasaka Library, 2nd Floor
- 2026Sat, Nov 14Adult Earth Science Course: Green Tuff and MagatamaFossil and Nature Experience Hall
- 2026Sat, Nov 14 – Sun, Nov 15Naritai na! Kids Townピオニウォーク東松山
- 2026Sat, Nov 14Storytime at Higashimatsuyama City LibraryCity Library 1st Floor Children's Room
- 2026Sun, Nov 15Pottery Workshop at Takasaka Kyuryo Community Activity CenterTakasaka Kyuryo Community Activity Center
- 2026Sun, Nov 15City Library Movie Screening: Dreamin' WildCity Library 3F Audiovisual Hall
- 2026Sun, Nov 15Play in the Citizens' Forest! Nature Learning Walk市民の森
- 2026Tue, Nov 17Monthly Citizen Walking (Karako Civic Activity Center)Karako Civic Activity Center
- 2026Tue, Nov 17Hometown Nature Trail Walk: Oya Legend Village CourseWalking Center
- 2026Thu, Nov 19Karako District Gymnasium Sports Experience DayKarako District Gymnasium
- 2026Fri, Nov 20 – Mon, Nov 23The 31st "Hikari" Photo ExhibitionHigashimatsuyama Civic Cultural Center Exhibition Rooms A and B
- 2026Sat, Nov 21Taro Harvesting Experience at Higashimatsuyama Agriculture and Forestry Park東松山市農林公園
- 2026Sat, Nov 21Nature Walk: Observing Autumn Foliage and Wildlife in the Forest市民の森
- 2026Sat, Nov 21Higashimatsuyama Agricultural Festivalいなほてらす（JA埼玉中央 東松山農産物直売所）
- 2026Sat, Nov 21Namegawa Sogo High School Wind Orchestra Regular ConcertHigashimatsuyama Civic Cultural Center, Hall
- 2026Sat, Nov 21Kashitaro Ito Free Live 2026ピオニウォーク東松山
- 2026Sat, Nov 21 – Sun, Nov 22Aim to Be an Animal Trainer!Saitama Children's Zoo
- 2026Sun, Nov 22NASUMI & Mizuho Suzuki Impression Liveピオニウォーク東松山
- 2026Sun, Nov 22Mini Houseplant Workshopシルピア
- 2026Mon, Nov 23Kanaya Mochi-Pounding DanceUenohon Hikawa Shrine
- 2026Mon, Nov 23Cosmos Marche 2026: Agriculture & Welfare x Food Enjoyment東松山市農林公園
- 2026Mon, Nov 23Cosmos Market at Higashimatsuyama Agriculture and Forestry Park東松山市農林公園
- 2026Mon, Nov 23Sato Triplets Release Commemorative Free Liveピオニウォーク東松山
- 2026Mon, Nov 23Pickleball Classシルピア
- 2026Wed, Nov 25Monthly Citizens' Walking (Matsuyama Civic Activity Center)Matsuyama Civic Activity Center
- 2026Fri, Nov 27Monthly Citizens' Walking (Takasaka Kyuryo Civic Activity Center)Takasaka Kyuryo Civic Activity Center
- 2026Sat, Nov 28Yoshihiko Takahashi Educational Lecture and Talk ShowHigashimatsuyama Civic Cultural Center Hall
- 2026Sat, Nov 28Hooper Maepy Special Performanceピオニウォーク東松山
- 2026Sat, Nov 28 – Sun, Nov 29Karako District Cultural FestivalKarako Civic Activity Center, Karako District Gymnasium
- 2026Sun, Nov 29Hiroko Moriguchi Mini Live & Special Eventピオニウォーク東松山
- 2026Sat, Dec 5Furusato Nature Trail Walk: Iwadono Kannon Forest Bathing CourseIn front of Takasaka Station Sculpture Promenade signboard
- 2026Sat, Dec 5City Library Children's Craft Workshop: Pop-Up CardsCity Library 3F Training Room
- 2026Sat, Dec 5City Library Lecture: Yokai of SaitamaCity Library 3F Audiovisual Hall
- 2026Sat, Dec 5 – Sun, Dec 6Momoiro Clover Z × HADO: Kaishin no HADO!ピオニウォーク東松山
- 2026Sun, Dec 673rd Higashimatsuyama City Ekiden Relay Race岩鼻運動公園
- 2026Sun, Dec 6Fun with Picture Books for Parents and Children with a Picture Book SpecialistHigashimatsuyama City Library 3rd Floor Exhibition Room
- 2026Sun, Dec 6Sayoko Suzuki Modern Dance Studio RecitalHigashimatsuyama Civic Cultural Center Hall
- 2026Tue, Dec 8Monthly Citizens' Walking (Nomoto Community Activity Center)Nomoto Community Activity Center
- 2026Thu, Dec 10 – Sun, Dec 13Jun Ichihara Art Exhibition & Autograph Sessionピオニウォーク東松山
- 2026Fri, Dec 11Flower and History Walk: Kita-Sakado Station to Takasaka StationKita-Sakado Station West Exit (gathering in front of Higashi-Matsuyama Station ticket gates is also possible)
- 2026Sat, Dec 12Kei Ogura: Gathering of Woven SongsHigashimatsuyama Civic Cultural Center, Main Hall
- 2026Sun, Dec 13Make an Original Lesson Bag!ピオニウォーク東松山
- 2026Tue, Dec 15Otori Shrine Otori-sama (Tori no Ichi)Otori Shrine (inside Matsuyama Shrine)
- 2026Fri, Dec 18History Lecture: Itabi of Saitama PrefectureMatsuyama Community Activity Center, Hall
- 2026Sat, Dec 19Nature Walk: Overwintering Creatures and Winter BirdsOoka Community Activity Center
- 2026Sun, Dec 20Matsuyama High School Wind Orchestra Christmas ConcertHigashimatsuyama Cultural Center Hall
- 2026Fri, Dec 25Higashimatsuyama City New Year Mini Kadomatsu WorkshopHigashimatsuyama City General Hall 1F Multipurpose Room
- 2027Sun, Jan 17Matsuyama Girls' High School Wind Orchestra Regular ConcertHigashimatsuyama Civic Cultural Center Hall
- 2027Sat, Jan 23Professor Denjiro's Science ShowHigashimatsuyama Civic Cultural Center Hall
- 2027Wed, Feb 3Setsubun Festival at Yakyu Inari Shrine箭弓稲荷神社
- 2027Wed, Feb 3 – Sun, Feb 7Higashimatsuyama Tourism Photo Contest ExhibitionSogo Kaikan 1F Multipurpose Room
- 2027Sat, Feb 6Higashimatsuyama City Children's Club Karuta TournamentSouth District Gymnasium
- 2027Sat, Feb 6 – Sun, Feb 72026 Hirano District Cultural FestivalHirano Community Activity Center, North District Gymnasium
- 2027Fri, Feb 19Folk Customs of the Ema Market at Kamioka Kannon in HigashimatsuyamaMyoan-ji Temple
- 2027Tue, Feb 23Family ConcertHigashimatsuyama Civic Cultural Center, Main Hall
- 2027Sat, Mar 6 – Sun, Mar 72026 Matsuyama District Cultural FestivalMatsuyama Civic Activity Center
- 2026Thu, Jan 1 – Tue, Dec 29Hands-on Animal Experiences at Saitama Children's ZooSaitama Children's Zoo
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027Koala Happy 40th AnniversarySaitama Children's Zoo
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027Let's Make the World Rodent Map Together埼玉県こども動物自然公園
- 2026Sat, Jul 4 – Sun, Dec 27Giraffe Backyard TourGiraffe Terrace
- Sat, Jul 18, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027Children's Zoo Worksheet Quiz and ExplanationsSaitama Children's Zoo
- Thu, Sep 24, 2026 – Sat, Jan 30, 2027ZOO HOPPER GUIDESaitama Children's Zoo
- 2026Thu, Oct 1 – Tue, Dec 29Art Festa 2026: "watch! Animal sign"こどもの城（埼玉県こども動物自然公園）
- Thu, Oct 1, 2026 – Sun, Feb 14, 2027Higashimatsuyama and Hiki Sightseeing Stamp Rally18 sightseeing spots in Higashimatsuyama City and the Hiki area
- 2026Tue, Oct 27 – Sun, Nov 22Takasaka Library: Book MedicineTakasaka Library 1F
- 2026Sun, Nov 1 – Sun, Nov 15Higashimatsuyama City Library Bookmark Design Exhibition and VotingCity Library
- 2026Sat, Dec 5 – Sun, Dec 27Wonders of the Universe 2026 Cosmo Illumination東松山ぼたん園
- January 1 (usually)New Year's Day Ritual at Yakyu Inari Shrine箭弓稲荷神社
- January 7 (usually)Koshinsatsu Takiagesai at Yakyu Inari Shrine箭弓稲荷神社
- Mid-January (usually)Yakyu Tenmangu Shrine Festival箭弓稲荷神社
- first Sunday of February (usually)Fusegi Ritual of Ushiro-honjukuUshiro-honjuku Area
- February 17 (usually)Yakyu Inari Shrine Toshigoi no Matsuri箭弓稲荷神社
- February 19 (usually)Kamioka Kannon (Bato Kannon) Ema FairMyoanji Temple
- February 19 (usually)Myoanji Kamioka Kannon Festival Day (Ema Fair)上岡観音（妙安寺）
- Mid-April (usually)Kogori Festival Music (Oshishi Togyosai / Oshissama)Washi Shrine and Kogori area
- Mid-April–Early May (usually)Yakyu Inari Shrine Peony Festival箭弓稲荷神社
- late May (usually)Danjiro Inari Festival at Yakyu Inari Shrine箭弓稲荷神社
- first Sunday of June (usually)Iwadono Kannon Shoboji Temple Shiriaburi Goma Fire Ritual岩殿観音正法寺
- early July (usually)Fusegi Ritual of MochizukiMochizuki area
- late July (usually)Yakumo Shrine Annual Festival / Tenno-sama (Matsubacho Matsuribayashi)Hachiman Shrine and around Matsubacho
- late July (usually)Shodai MatsuribayashiGoryo Shrine and within Shodai area
- late July (usually)Yakyu-cho MatsuribayashiYakyu-cho Hiroba Pio Park and other locations in Yakyu-cho
- August 9 (usually)Shimanrokusen-nichi (Terakoya & Lantern Festival)岩殿観音正法寺
- August 16 (usually)Mitama Matsuri at Yakyu Inari Shrine箭弓稲荷神社
- September 21 (usually)Yakyu Inari Shrine Annual Festival箭弓稲荷神社
- December 31 (usually)Iwadono Kannon Shobo-ji Temple New Year's Eve Bell Ringing岩殿観音正法寺
- December 31 (usually)Yakyu Inari Shrine Year-End Grand Purification Ritual箭弓稲荷神社
- January 1 (usually)Yakyu Inari Shrine New Year's Day Festival箭弓稲荷神社
- January 7 (usually)Yakyu Inari Shrine Koshinsatsu Takiage-sai箭弓稲荷神社
- mid-January (usually)Yakyu Tenmangu Shrine Festival箭弓稲荷神社
- first Sunday of February (usually)Ushimojuku Fusegi RitualUshimojuku Area
- February 17 (usually)Kinen-sai of Yakyu Inari Shrine箭弓稲荷神社
- February 19 (usually)Kamioka Kannon Ennichi at Myoan-ji Temple (Ema Market)上岡観音（妙安寺）
- mid-April (usually)Kofutto Matsuribayashi (Oshishi Togyo Festival)Washinomiya Shrine and the Kofutto area
- mid-April to early May (usually)Peony Festival at Yakyu Inari Shrine箭弓稲荷神社
- late May (usually)Danjuro Inari Festival at Yakyu Inari Shrine箭弓稲荷神社
- first Sunday of June (usually)Shiriaburi Goma Ritual at Iwadono Kannon Shoboji Temple岩殿観音正法寺
- June 30 (usually)Nagoshi-no-Oharai Grand Purification Ritual: Chinowa-kuguri箭弓稲荷神社
- early July (usually)Mochizuki Fusegi RitualMochizuki area
- mid-July (usually)Noda Lion Dance (Summer Festival)Akagi Shrine
- late July (usually)Shimogarako Lion Dance (Summer Festival)Karako Shrine
- late July (usually)Yakumo Shrine Annual Grand Festival / Tenno-sama (Matsubacho Festival Music)Hachiman Shrine and within Matsubacho
- late July (usually)Shodai Festival MusicGoryo Shrine and within Shodai area
- late July (usually)Goudo Lion DanceGoudo Shrine
- late July (usually)Yakucho Festival MusicYakucho Plaza Pio Park and other areas within Yakucho
- fourth Saturday and Sunday of July (usually)Higashimatsuyama Summer FestivalHoncho, Zaimokucho, Yakucho, Matsubacho, and other areas
- August 9 (usually)Iwadono Kannon Shoboji Shimanrokusennichi岩殿観音正法寺
- August 16 (usually)Yakyu Inari Shrine Mitama Festival箭弓稲荷神社
- September 21 (usually)Yakyu Inari Shrine Annual Grand Festival箭弓稲荷神社
- mid-October (usually)Kamikimoto Lion DanceHachiman Shrine
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Parks
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Places to visit
東松山ぼたん園
約5,000株のぼたんが咲く市の花の名所で、春の見頃には色とりどりの大輪が楽しめます。芝生広場には市内最大級の大型遊具もあり、花の時期以外は子ども連れでも気軽に遊べます。
ParkingKid-friendly箭弓稲荷神社
Parking埼玉県こども動物自然公園
丘陵の地形を生かした県営の動物公園で、コアラやクオッカ、キリンなどに会えます。乗馬や乳しぼりの体験、大型の屋内あそび場もあり、子ども連れで一日過ごせます。
ParkingKid-friendly東松山市農林公園
農業をテーマにした市の公園で、温室でのいちご摘みや畑の収穫体験ができます。ザイルクライミングなどの遊具や、地元の野菜を使ったカフェもあります。
ParkingKid-friendly岩鼻運動公園
陸上競技場や野球場、テニスコートが集まる市の運動公園です。1周約600mのジョギングコースがあり、春は桜も楽しめます。
ParkingKid-friendly市民の森
岩殿丘陵に広がる約32ヘクタールの緑地で、森の中を歩いて自然にふれられます。遊具はなく、静かに散策したい人向けです。
Parking物見山公園
比企丘陵の小高い丘にある公園で、春は桜とツツジ、秋は紅葉が見どころです。県の平和資料館（埼玉ピースミュージアム）が隣にあります。
Parking上沼公園
東松山駅に近い、沼を囲む公園です。春は沼のまわりの桜がきれいで、複合遊具もあります。
Kid-friendly下沼公園
市立図書館そばの沼のほとりの公園です。春の桜に続いて藤やアジサイも咲き、散歩にちょうどよい場所です。
唐子中央公園
唐子地区にある公園で、複合遊具や砂場があり子どもが遊べます。野球場があり、春は桜と藤が咲きます。
ParkingKid-friendly五領沼公園
沼のある住宅地の公園で、ブランコやすべり台、多目的広場があります。桜やハナミズキの季節は散歩も楽しめます。
ParkingKid-friendly五領町近隣公園
遊具と健康遊具がそろい、親子でも大人だけでも体を動かせる公園です。ソフトボール場があり、秋はイチョウの黄葉が見られます。
ParkingKid-friendly千年谷公園
高坂丘陵にあるスポーツ向けの公園で、テニスコートや野球場、自由に使える壁打ちがあります。春は桜、秋は紅葉が楽しめます。
Parking折本山公園
あずま町にある公園で、ローラー滑り台やターザンロープなど体を使う遊具がそろっています。芝生広場もあり、小さな子どもと過ごしやすい場所です。
ParkingKid-friendlyさくら坂公園
高坂二丁目にある公園で、大小の複合遊具と砂場、健康遊具があります。春は桜、初夏はアジサイが見られます。
ParkingKid-friendlyこどもの城（埼玉県こども動物自然公園）
こども動物自然公園の中にある屋内の遊び場。大きなすべり台や絵本のコーナーがあり、動物園の入園料だけで遊べる。雨の日の行き先にも。
Rainy-day OKKid-friendly東松山市化石と自然の体験館
化石を掘り出す体験ができる施設。見つけた化石は持ち帰れる。予約制で、小学生から参加できる。
Kid-friendly岩殿観音正法寺
坂東三十三観音の10番札所。岩をくりぬいた参道や石仏、秋の大銀杏、6月のアジサイが見どころです。
東松山市埋蔵文化財センター
市内から出た土器や埴輪を展示しています。開いているのは平日だけです。将軍塚古墳の近くにあります。
将軍塚古墳（利仁神社）
全長115mの前方後円墳（県指定史跡）。墳丘の上に利仁神社がまつられています。
若宮八幡古墳
横穴式の石室が残る円墳（県指定史跡）。入口の明かりをつけて、石室の中をのぞくことができます。
青鳥城跡
中世の城の跡（県指定史跡）。土塁や堀の一部が今も残っています。
上岡観音（妙安寺）
関東で有名な馬頭観音の霊場。毎年2月19日の絵馬市は、国が記録を残す民俗の行事に選んでいます。
光福寺（宝篋印塔）
鎌倉時代（1323年）の宝篋印塔が国の重要文化財。境内の収蔵庫に納められています。
扇谷山宗悟寺
鎌倉時代の比企一族ゆかりのお寺。源頼家の位牌や比企一族の顕彰碑があります。
ピオニウォーク東松山
アピタを核にした2階建てのモール。赤ちゃんルームや子どもの遊び場があり、ベビーカーを無料で借りられる。高坂駅からバスで約5分。
いなほてらす（JA埼玉中央 東松山農産物直売所）
JA埼玉中央の大きな農産物直売所。地元の野菜・花・その場で精米するお米・手作りパンが並び、地元の食材を使ったフードコートがある。
高坂彫刻プロムナード
高坂駅西口から約1km続く通りに、彫刻家・高田博厚の作品が並ぶ野外の彫刻ギャラリー。散歩しながら見て回れる。
ビバモール東松山
スーパービバホームを核に、食品スーパーや飲食店、室内遊園地のモーリーファンタジーなどが入る大型の商業施設。駐車場は無料。
ライフガーデン東松山
スーパーのカスミを核とする高坂の商業施設。無料の駐車場は約600台で、東武東上線の高坂駅から歩いて約20分。
シルピア
ヤオコーや飲食店、リユースの店、100円ショップ、カラオケなどが集まる商業施設。無料の駐車場は514台で、住宅展示場が隣にある。
ヤオコー東松山新宿町店
ヤオコーのスーパーマーケット。
ベルク東松山東平店
ベルクのスーパーマーケット。
ベルク砂田店
ベルクのスーパーマーケット。
ベルク東松山新郷店
ベルクのスーパーマーケット。
マミープラス沢口町店
マミーマートが運営する、低価格のスーパーマーケット。
マミーマート松風台店
マミーマートのスーパーマーケット。
メガセンタートライアル東松山店
トライアルのスーパーマーケット。
ジェーソン東松山店
低価格の品が中心のディスカウントのスーパーマーケット。
Official information
For rain plans, details and official flyers, check the official website for the latest information (in Japanese).