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Events in March 2027
Festivals, workshops, exhibitions and other events in Kumagaya, Higashimatsuyama, Gyoda, Konosu, Hanyu, Kazo, Yoshimi, Namegawa in March, in date order. You can also browse them on the map and calendar.
Events in March 2027 (28 events)
- 2027Thu, Mar 4
Flower Walk: Amana edulis
- 2027Sat, Mar 6
45th Konosu Pansy Marathon
An annual marathon event starting and finishing at Konosu City Athletic Stadium. Featuring a variety of categories including a half marathon, a 5 km run, and a parent-and-child run, spectators and participants can enjoy the runners' energetic performance.
- 2027Sat, Mar 6 – Sun, Mar 7
2026 Matsuyama District Cultural Festival
Groups active at the civic activity center showcase their daily achievements. In addition to diverse exhibitions of works and stage performances by local clubs, the Heartpia Marche is held, bringing lively community festivities.
- 2027Sun, Mar 7
Virtuoso Music Forest: Spring
A classical concert by members of Ensemble Konosu Virtuoso and others. Renowned pieces such as the Canon and Spring from The Four Seasons will be performed by a string ensemble. Open to attendees aged 4 and older.
- 2027Sun, Mar 7
New Year Gyoda Yose
A yose comic storytelling event featuring Yanagiya Karoku, Takigawa Koito, Tatekawa Harenosuke, and Nedzucchi. Masters of the spoken arts gather to deliver an entertaining early spring performance with authentic rakugo and a variety of acts.
- 2027Tue, Mar 9
Flower Walk: Early-Blooming Cherry Blossoms
- 2026Sat, Oct 24+5 more dates
Municipal Agriculture and Forestry Park: Agri-Park Rangers!
A multi-session experiential program for elementary and junior high school students to enjoy nature, agriculture, and fundamental food experiences through farm produce in the park. In addition to regular activities, an overnight camp will be held in spring, allowing participants to fully immerse themselves in rich nature.
- second Saturday and Sunday of March (usually)
Yokuyu Mannichiko Visit Day
A rare event allowing the public to enter and view the Yokuyu Dojo inside the Honbo once a year. By paying the ko fee, visitors can enter the sacred hall usually closed to the public for an extraordinary pilgrimage experience.
- 2027Sat, Jan 9+2 more dates
27th Otori Yose
A three-part rakugo performance series featuring popular rakugo storytellers. In addition to two-person performances and solo acts, visitors can fully enjoy rich traditional storytelling art in the small hall, complete with variety acts such as Daikagura acrobatics, paper cutting, and kodan storytelling.
- 2027Sun, Mar 14
13th Charity Karaoke Recital
A charity event featuring presentations of karaoke, dance, and group musical performances. Proceeds from participation fees and other sources will be donated to disaster relief funds, the Saitama Eye and Kidney Bank Association, Lions Clubs International Foundation, and others.
- 2027Sun, Mar 14
44th Indigo Town Hanyu Sawayaka Marathon
A marathon event running through Hanyu in early spring. It features various race categories ranging from 10 km to a 1 km parent-and-child run. Participants can enjoy strawberries and cherry tomatoes after the finish line, as well as perks such as a commemorative T-shirt and hot spring discounts.
- 2027Thu, Mar 18
Flower Walk: Asian Fawnlily
- 2027Tue, Mar 23
Flower Walk: Camellia
- 2027Sun, Mar 28
Coro Fiore 11th Concert
A choral concert presented by Coro Fiore. Open to everyone, attendees can enjoy the beautiful harmonies and singing performances resonating throughout the hall.
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Real Mystery Solving Game: The Mystery Sleeping in Oshi Castle - Legendary Treasure
An interactive real-life mystery-solving game set in and around Oshi Castle. Participants become the protagonists, solving mysteries hidden inside and outside the castle grounds while enjoying sightseeing on an adventure seeking legendary treasure.
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Play Ball with Parents and Kids at Kumagaya Sports and Culture Park
A ball-playing workshop for preschool children and their guardians. Parents and children can easily experience fun physical exercises using balls while moving their bodies together.
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Koala Happy 40th Anniversary
An event commemorating the 40th anniversary of koalas arriving at the zoo. A diverse range of special events will be held, including distribution of limited-edition stickers, fun and educational exhibitions, and an Australia Fair featuring character appearances and live ethnic instrument performances.
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Let's Make the World Rodent Map Together
An online project aiming to complete a world map by having participants send photos of handmade rodent crafts via Instagram DM. Anyone can casually participate, learning about rodent ecology by accurately depicting real-life species using felt, origami, or other crafting materials at home.
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Kumagaya Sports Cultural Park FY2026 Sports and Culture Courses
A diverse series of 10 courses will be held throughout the year. The lineup offers enjoyable learning opportunities, including a rugby rules class on a natural grass pitch, a makeup workshop taught by a professional, and a mini concert for parents and children featuring handmade instruments.
- Sat, Jul 18, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Children's Zoo Worksheet Quiz and Explanations
A total of 7 different worksheets are available to help you learn about animals while exploring the park. Observe the animals and make new discoveries while tackling spot-the-difference puzzles, discovery bingo, and more.
- Sat, Sep 12, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Konosu Children's Center Planetarium: The World of Stars and Mythology
An event at the Konosu Children's Center planetarium featuring night sky explanations and myths about the constellations. Intended for children and their guardians, offering a casual way to enjoy the world of the night sky.
- Thu, Sep 17, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Yoshimi General Athletic Park Park Golf Tournament
- Thu, Oct 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Tobu Zoo x Musashino Mura x Gururi Mori Stamp Rally
An app stamp rally touring Tobu Zoo and Musashino Mura. Collect stamps by using eligible attractions at both parks to receive a limited collaboration original card from Gururi Mori on a first-come, first-served basis.
- 2027Sat, Feb 6 – Sun, Apr 4
Museum-School Partnership Exhibition: Transitions of Gyoda City
This exhibition introduces the transitions of Gyoda City's roads, railways, and townscape from the mid-Showa period to modern times. Suitable for regional studies by elementary and junior high school students, visitors can learn about local history and development in an easy-to-understand way.
- mid-February to early March (usually)
Konosu Bikkuri Doll Festival
- March (usually)
Kasahara Community Center, Inaho Center, and Children's Center Festival
- March (usually)
Konosu Sakura Festival
- late March–early April (usually)
Kumagaya Cherry Blossom Festival
A spring festival where approximately 500 Yoshino cherry trees bloom along a 2-kilometer stretch, creating a magnificent cherry blossom tunnel. Visitors can enjoy a stroll while admiring the beautiful avenue of cherry blossoms.
Events held in March 2026 (for reference, 42 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.
- 2026Sun, Mar 1
Reiwa Oshi Castle Town Riddle-Solving Food Tour
A tour around Oshi Castle town guided by Nagachika Narita and the Yamagata Ai no Bushotai samurai troupe. Enjoy tasting local specialties as you solve riddles on your way toward the Oshi Castle ruins. A special commemorative pin badge is also included as a gift.
- 2026Sun, Mar 1 – Tue, Mar 3
Ginko Ogino Birthday Festival
This event celebrates the birthday of Ginko Ogino, Japan's first licensed female physician. Held at the memorial museum in an area associated with her, special festivities will be held to commemorate this local historic figure's birth.
- 2026Sat, Mar 7
Gyoda Hanachozu Week Illumination: Lights of Hope
An illumination event where floral purification basins (hanachozu) displayed at Oshi Castle, local shrines, and surrounding shops are beautifully lit up. Guests can enjoy a magical evening stroll through town, along with shopping discounts and gifts for visitors wearing kimono.
- 2026Sat, Mar 7
Three-Border Fair
An event commemorating the 10th anniversary of the easily walkable flatland three-border point (Tochigi, Gunma, and Saitama). Enjoy appearances by local mascots and heroes, guided tours, sales of local specialty goods, promotional booths, and more.
- 2026Sat, Mar 7
The 44th Konosu Pansy Marathon
- 2026Sat, Mar 7
Konosu Pansy Marathon
A marathon race featuring a flat and easy-to-run course. With guest runners taking part, it offers an enjoyable experience both for runners aiming for personal bests and spectators cheering them on.
- 2026Sat, Mar 7 – Sun, Mar 8
Kazo Hanasaki Park Spring Festival
A festival for parents and children featuring kitchen cars, fair stalls, and inflatable bouncy play equipment. Daily rotating programs include nature observation walks, hot-air balloon boarding experiences, a mobile aquarium, and stage performances.
- 2026Sun, Mar 8
Flea Market & Play with Saitaman
A flea market where you can shop and an action show by a local hero right before your eyes are held concurrently. It is a casual event that everyone from children to adults can easily enjoy.
- 2026Sun, Mar 8
The 43rd City of Indigo Hanyu Sawayaka Marathon
A refreshing marathon event held in Hanyu City. Runners showcase the results of their daily training as they race through the course. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis via the RUNNET website.
- 2026Sun, Mar 8 – Mon, Mar 9
Yakyu Inari Shrine Hatsu-uma Festival
Following the fire prevention ritual the previous day, the main festival features the distribution of limited-edition amulets and a plant market. Traditional performing arts such as Sato-kagura (sacred Shinto dance), festival music, and taiko drums are also dedicated on the shrine grounds, creating a lively atmosphere.
- 2026Mon, Mar 9
Ainokawa Koinobori Parade
An outdoor display of carp streamers created by the young artist collective Koishikai. Visitors can view the colorful carp streamers swimming gracefully through the park and over the river up close, enjoy the scenery reflected on the water's surface, and take a stroll.
- 2026Wed, Mar 11+1 more date
March Storytelling Session at Namegawa Town Library
A storytelling session at Namegawa Town Library featuring picture book and kamishibai readings, hand games, and more. Sessions are divided into groups for infants and for preschoolers and older, and anyone can join without advance reservation.
- second Saturday and Sunday of March (usually)
Kangi-in Hombo Yokuyumannikou Visit Day
A rare annual event offering special access inside the Yokuyu Dojo at the temple headquarters. By paying a pilgrimage fee, visitors can enter the sacred training hall, which is usually closed to the public, for an exceptional worship experience.
- 2026Thu, Mar 19 – Sun, Mar 22
Pastoral Kazo Hanging Ornament Exhibition
An exhibition of works by local hanging ornament-making groups. Alongside the display of colorful hanging decorations, visitors can also enjoy live classical guitar performances by a guitar club.
- 2026Fri, Mar 20
6th Hanasaku Craft Market
Over 60 vendors gather featuring diverse handmade crafts, hands-on workshops, and food trucks. Visitors can enjoy interacting with artisans, hunting for one-of-a-kind items, and sampling various foods.
- 2026Fri, Mar 20
Kounotori SDGs Festival 2026
An event where children and adults can enjoy learning about the SDGs through stage performances and quizzes by popular comedians, hands-on workshops, exhibitions, and sales of local gourmet food.
- 2026Fri, Mar 20
Kumagaya Boys and Girls Choir Regular Concert
A commemorative regular concert by the Kumagaya Boys and Girls Choir celebrating their 40th anniversary. Children will perform clear vocal harmonies in Taiyo no Hall.
- 2026Fri, Mar 20
Silpia Higashimatsuyama Cherry Blossom Fair Workshop
A hands-on workshop to create a spring-themed flower arrangement using materials inspired by cherry blossoms. Even beginners can easily participate and create a lovely piece to brighten up their room.
- 2026Sat, Mar 21
Oshi Legend Fair
An event featuring a powerful performance by the Oshi Castle Hospitality Armor Troupe, along with traditional performing arts, music, dance, calligraphy stages, merchandise sales, and exhibitions exploring local culture.
- 2026Sun, Mar 22
12th Mujinamon Waiwai Festival
A shopping street transformed into a pedestrian zone featuring food and goods stalls, bingo games, mascot character events, and live music and dance performances.
- 2026Sun, Mar 22
Kiyasse Hanyu Park Festival
The Park Festival will be held at Kiyasse Hanyu, featuring live music performances and food options such as taiyaki.
- 2026Sun, Mar 22
Kafu Sato Acoustic Live
An acoustic live show by singer-songwriter Kafu Sato. Enjoy gentle, lyrical vocals accompanied by guitar. Guests who reserve in advance will also receive a complimentary fig jam gift.
- 2026Sun, Mar 22
Nature Guide: Tokyo Salamander
A lecture by an expert explaining basic facts about the Tokyo salamander and amphibians, as well as their habitat status within the park. Anyone can participate and learn, even without prior knowledge of living creatures.
- 2026Sun, Mar 22
Silpia Higashimatsuyama Parent-Child Pickleball Class
A class where participants can try pickleball, a popular new sport. Equipment like paddles is provided, so beginners, parents and children, or couples can easily enjoy exercising together.
- 2026Wed, Mar 25
Winter Olympics and Paralympics Debriefing Session
A debriefing session welcoming Japanese national athletes who competed in the Winter Olympics and Paralympics. Athletes will share valuable experiences from the Games and their future aspirations, along with a talk session with the mayor.
- 2026Sat, Mar 28
Musashino Mura Night Cherry Blossom Fireworks Display
The first spring fireworks display to be enjoyed alongside fully bloomed night cherry blossoms. After enjoying the park attractions and dinosaur events, families can fully appreciate the fireworks coloring the pleasant spring night sky.
- 2026Sat, Mar 28
Namegawa Town Library Cherry Blossom Festival
An event held at the library in conjunction with the Namegawa Cherry Blossom Festival. Activities include crafting original bookmarks using petal-shaped card stock and drop-in movie screenings, open to anyone without prior reservation.
- 2026Sat, Mar 28 – Sun, Mar 29
Konosu Cherry Blossom Festival
A cherry blossom festival held across three venues in the city to commemorate the 20th anniversary of municipal consolidation. Along with full-bloom cherry blossoms, visitors can enjoy food and game stalls, a direct sales market, various stage events, and a mini steam train. Lanterns will also be lit at night.
- 2026Sun, Mar 29
The 3rd Hyakka Ryoran Spring Festa and Night Festa
A spring festival offering art exhibitions, stage performances, gourmet food, and festival stalls to enjoy until the evening. Visitors can experience a wide variety of activities including a stamp rally with chances to win luxurious prizes, workshops, and handmade goods for sale.
- 2026Sun, Mar 29
Joko Community Center Chalk Art Workshop
- 2026Thu, Jan 1 – Tue, Dec 29
Hands-on Animal Experiences at Saitama Children's Zoo
This regular event offers activities such as animal petting, pony riding, cow milking, and animal feeding. A rich lineup of programs for both children and adults to learn and enjoy is available, including guided tours, craft workshops, and picture-story shows (kamishibai).
- 2026Sat, Feb 14 – Sun, Mar 15
Hellebore Exhibition at Shinrinkoen
- 2026Fri, Feb 20 – Sat, Mar 7
Konosu Bikkuri Hina Matsuri
A doll festival event held in Konosu City, known for its history of traditional doll making. The festival features Japan's tallest pyramid doll display standing approximately 7 meters high, along with gorgeous hina doll displays across various venues in the city.
- 2026Sun, Mar 1 – Fri, Mar 20
Children's Zoo March Events
The zoo features a diverse lineup of events, including picture book storytelling, cardboard craft workshops, and a Sloth Festival celebrating the 20th anniversary of the sloths' arrival. Visitors can also enjoy merchandise sales and talk shows.
- March (usually)
Kasahara Community Center Festival
- 2026Sun, Mar 1 – Tue, Jun 30
Historical Exploration Guided Tour on Electric Kick Scooters
A guided tour riding electric kick scooters to explore Oshi Castle, tabi storehouses, and hanachozu flower basins. Enjoying local gourmet treats and visiting museums, participants can experience the charm of this historic castle town.
- 2026Tue, Mar 3 – Sun, Mar 22
Specialty Products Fair: Areas Related to Ginko Ogino
To commemorate the 1st anniversary of the information center's opening, this fair features specialty goods from Setana Town and Imakane Town in Hokkaido—places closely tied to Kumagaya-born pioneer Ginko Ogino. An appealing selection of local specialties including seafood, processed foods, sweets, and handicrafts will be available.
- 2026Wed, Mar 4 – Mon, May 11
Kazo City Koinobori Exhibition
This exhibition resembles an aquarium, with glass walls serving as the tank where colorful carp streamers of various sizes appear to swim. Visitors can enjoy their graceful and powerful swimming figures set against the backdrop of the Tone River and mountain ranges.
- 2026Wed, Mar 4 – Mon, May 11
Kazo Miraikan: Welcome to the Koinobori Aquarium
Treating the glass walls of Kazo Miraikan as an aquarium tank, this event displays colorful hand-painted and printed carp streamers of various sizes. Visitors can enjoy the impressive sight of them swimming gracefully against the magnificent landscape of the Tone River.
- 2026Fri, Mar 6 – Mon, May 11
Kumagaya Nikujiru Udon Stamp Rally
A popular event where participants collect stamps at participating shops across Kumagaya City using a rally booklet featuring nikujiru (pork broth dipping) udon. Enjoy exploring and tasting the delicious local varieties of nikujiru udon.
- 2026Fri, Mar 20 – Fri, Mar 27
27th National High School Girls' Hardball Baseball Invitational Tournament
An invitational tournament featuring heated matches between high school girls' hardball baseball teams from across Japan. A record 57 teams participate, allowing spectators to watch players compete with passion as they aim for the championship.
- 2026Wed, Mar 25 – Tue, Apr 7
Kumagaya Cherry Blossom Festival
A spring festival held at Kumagaya Cherry Blossom Bank, where approximately 500 Somei Yoshino cherry trees bloom. Food stalls line the street, with magical evening illuminations featuring paper lanterns and bamboo lights, as well as hot air balloon ride experiences on designated days.