Shirakaba Arts Festival ABIKO 2026 at Abisirbe, Keyaki Plaza, and Former Mushanokoji Saneatsu Residence Site

Following last year's event celebrating the 55th anniversary of Abiko's founding as a city, the Shirakaba Arts Festival ABIKO returns, honoring the legacy of the Shirakaba literary group and artists who once lived and worked in Abiko. The festival will feature films, art exhibitions, and lectures—sharing the area's unique atmosphere and creative spirit with present and future generations. A special one-day event will be held on Sunday, November 22, and the festival is supported by Chiba Prefecture. Event Period: November 8 (Sun) – November 22 (Sun), 2026 Locations: Abisirbe, Keyaki Plaza, Former Mushanokoji Saneatsu Residence Site Highlights: - Special Screenings: 'Tokyo Story' and 'A Dark Night's Passing' on November 8 at Keyaki Plaza, 2nd Floor Hall, with post-film talks. Tickets available in advance at Abisirbe (open seating) or via Ticket Pia/Seven-Eleven kiosks (reserved seats) until November 7. - Literature and Koto Performance: On November 14 at the Former Mushanokoji Saneatsu Residence Site. Two sessions (11:00–12:00, 13:00–14:30), with entry possible 15 minutes before start, no reservation needed, free admission, limited to the first 20 attendees per session, standing room available. - 1-Day Event: November 22, 10:00–17:00 at Abiko Hall in Ito-Yokado Abiko South Exit Store (Avie Cuore 3rd floor). Includes public lectures, talk events, and workshops. - Shirakaba Literature Museum Exhibition: 'Yutaka Yamada's Perspective—As Shiga Naoya's Grandchild,' presenting art connected to the Shiga family and Yutaka Yamada’s unique viewpoint, from October 16, 2026 to January 11, 2027. Museum open daily 9:00–16:30 (last entry 16:00), closed Mondays (or next business day when Monday is a holiday). Admission: 300 yen (adults), 200 yen (high school/college students), free for junior high school students and younger.