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Events in Kazo in September 2027
Festivals, workshops, exhibitions and other events in Kazo in September, in date order. You can also browse them on the map and calendar.
Events in September 2027 (1 event)
- 2027Tue, Sep 28
Soganji Temple Autumn Grand Festival and Fire Walking Ceremony
This grand festival of Soganji Temple is held during the autumn equinoctial period. An impressive fire-walking ceremony is conducted, and the temple grounds become lively with many visitors praying for good health and protection against misfortune.
Events held in September 2026 (for reference, 16 events)
Many events are held around the same time every year, so use these to plan ahead. Check the official websites for this year's dates.
- 2026Sat, Aug 29 – Tue, Sep 1+1 more date
Musashino Mura Autumn Potato Cultivation Experience
An event where participants can experience planting and harvesting the "Dejima" potato variety, known for its sweetness and firmness when cooked. Families can enjoy learning about potato growing together.
- 2026Thu, Sep 3
Megumi Omiya & Mizuki Tsuno Dream Collaboration! First Weekday Stage!
A collaborative stage performance by Kazo City Tourism Ambassador Megumi Omiya and enka singer Mizuki Tsuno. Food trucks will also be on site, allowing visitors to enjoy the show alongside delicious gourmet food with an autumn ambiance.
- 2026Sat, Sep 5 – Sun, Sep 6
Michi-no-Eki Kazo Watarase Fresh Rice Festival
Freshly harvested rice balls made with Kazo brand "Kitakawabe Koshihikari" rice will be distributed for free in limited quantities. There will also be special discount sales of freshly harvested Kitakawabe Koshihikari (polished rice).
- 2026Sat, Sep 12
Otone Commerce and Industry Summer Festival 2026
A summer festival held at a dedicated venue. Visitors can enjoy a variety of attractions including opening ceremonies, stage events, food stalls, and fireworks lighting up the night sky.
- 2026Sat, Sep 12
4th Parent-Child Stargazing: Let's Find the Summer Triangle!
An astronomical observation event for parents and children to view celestial objects such as the Moon using small telescopes while listening to explanations of summer constellations. In case of inclement weather, a starry sky lecture will be held in the planetarium.
- 2026Sun, Sep 13
The 76th Movement for a Brighter Society: What Is Offender Rehabilitation?
An event to deepen understanding of offender rehabilitation. It features live musical performances by the Fudooka High School Brass Band Club and Kazo City Tourism Ambassador Kotomen (koto player). Admission is free, and no advance registration is required.
- 2026Sun, Sep 13+2 more dates
Kazo Miraikan Craft Experience Free Try Day
A simple craft workshop held at Kazo Miraikan. Designed for parents and children to enjoy easily together, participants can join on the day of the event without a reservation.
- 2026Sat, Sep 19
The 2nd Astrophotography Session: Shoot the Waxing Moon with Your Smartphone!
A photography workshop where participants use a small telescope combined with their own smartphone to photograph the first quarter (waxing) moon. Open to residents of Kazo City and surrounding municipalities.
- 2026Sat, Sep 19+10 more dates
Kazo Hanasaki Park Flea Market
A flea market held at Kisai Foods Hanasaki Fureai Park (Kazo Hanasaki Park). Featuring a variety of stalls from multiple organizing groups, visitors can enjoy shopping and searching for bargains. May be canceled in case of bad weather, so please check the latest status.
- 2026Wed, Sep 23
Lien Music School Concert 2026
A music concert featuring diverse genres ranging from classical to pop and choral singing. Enjoy an exciting stage program including guest performances and a finale medley sung by all participants, with free admission for all seats.
- 2026Fri, Sep 25
2nd Special Astronomical Event: Let's Sketch the Harvest Moon!
A special astronomy event featuring telescope observations and sketching of the full moon, along with explanations of the constellations. Anyone interested in stargazing can apply and participate.
- 2026Sat, Sep 26
The 7th Hanasaku Craft Market
More than 60 booths featuring handmade crafts for sale, craft workshops, and various food trucks will gather. This event allows visitors to spend a relaxing day in the park while interacting with artists and artisans.
- 2026Sun, Sep 27
Koinobori Technology Research Group: Production Observation Tour
Observe the hand-painted carp streamer production process up close, conducted by the young artisan group 'Koishikai.' Admission is free with freedom to enter and leave at will, allowing for a detailed look at the traditional production process.
- 2026Mon, Sep 28
Fudogaoka Fudoson: Saito Goma Fire-Walking Ceremony
A traditional ritual with a history of about 200 years. Following the Grand Goma Ritual, participants walk barefoot over smoldering wooden goma sticks to burn away worldly desires and pray for the fulfillment of various wishes. General visitors can also participate in the fire walking.
- 2026Mon, Sep 28
Fudogaoka Fudoson Sogan-ji Temple: Fire-Walking Ceremony
A traditional event boasting a history of over 160 years. Following the Grand Goma Ritual, practitioners and general visitors walk across the coals holding wooden goma sticks inscribed with prayers, seeking to burn away worldly desires and pray for wishes to come true.
- 2026Mon, Sep 28 – Sat, Oct 3
Watarase Retarding Basin Tethered Hot Air Balloon Experience Week
An experiential event where you can ascend up to 30 meters aboard a tethered hot air balloon and enjoy aerial views. Experience a special 5-minute flight overlooking the vast nature and townscape around the Watarase Retarding Basin.