Events in Shizuoka

Forest Festival

6 Nov – 8 Nov · 森町

Known as the 'Clashing Festival,' this event takes place on the first Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of November every year. Large crowds gather in the...

Night Sky Walk & Fireworks Festival

7 Nov – 8 Nov · 三島市

A fireworks show held at the 400-meter-long Mishima Skywalk, Japan’s largest pedestrian suspension bridge in Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture. This s...

SUPRE TAKANAKA LIVE 2026-2027: Celebrating 50 Years of Masayoshi...

29 Nov · 富士市

Legendary guitarist Masayoshi Takanaka, renowned for his world-class technique and iconic, uplifting sound, continues to captivate audiences as a lead...

Akiba Fire Festival and Grand Fire Prevention Ceremony

15 Dec · 袋井市

This festival is held to give thanks for the past year and pray for safety in the coming year at Akiba Sanjakubo Daigongen, a deity known for fire pre...

29th Special Winter Fireworks Festival & Winter Yosakoi Soozura...

19 Dec · 伊東市

Held in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture every December, the Special Winter Fireworks Festival and Winter Yosakoi Soozura Dance Festival offers a spectac...

Akuraku Grand Circus 2026

7 Nov – 8 Nov · 御殿場市

The outdoor art and craft fair 'Akuraku Grand Circus' returns, offering fun for children and adults alike! Over 170 unique shops from across Japan gat...

27th Nobunaga Gingko Festival

8 Nov · 富士宮市

Legend has it that the head of Oda Nobunaga, said to have died at Honno-ji Temple in Kyoto, is actually buried at the base of a 500-year-old holly tre...

Butt Sumo Festival

10 Nov · 伊東市

Held annually on November 10 at Otonashi Shrine, this unique festival traces its origins to a legend about Minamoto no Yoritomo and Lady Yaehime, who...

Kanpai & Marche 2026

14 Nov · Aoi, Shizuoka

A grand gathering of gourmet foods made with Shizuoka's local ingredients! Enjoy ramen, hamburgers, Shizuoka oden, curry, pizza, tacos, and more at th...

Shizuoka Sweet Potato Expo 2026

21 Nov – 23 Nov · 静岡市清水区

Enjoy fluffy, richly sweet flavors at the Sweet Potato Expo, a food festival perfect for fans of this delicious root vegetable. After drawing a total...

Mishima Food Festival 2026

23 Nov · 三島市

Experience the delicious flavors of Mishima at the Mishima Food Festival 2026. Enjoy a variety of gourmet dishes featuring local specialties such as M...

Yosuke Konuma × Eijiro Nakagawa with Special Guests: Lisa Ono, J...

12 Dec · 静岡市駿河区

A special Christmas live concert presented by Granship. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of jazz guitarist Yosuke Konuma, joined by renowned trombonist...

Mineral World in Shizuoka: Autumn Gemstone Festival 2026

6 Nov – 8 Nov · 静岡市駿河区

The annual Gemstone Festival returns to Twin Messe Shizuoka, featuring gems, minerals, and accessories from around the world. Visitors can compare and...

21st Annual Totomi Kokubunji Festival

7 Nov · 磐田市

The Kokubunji Festival will be held at the Nationally Designated Special Historic Site, Totomi Kokubunji Historical Park. Enjoy approximately 1,300 ye...

La Festa ITALY

7 Nov · 熱海市

On Saturday, November 7, at Nagahama Seaside Park in the Minami Atami area, the 50th Anniversary of the Atami and Sanremo Sister City Relationship wil...

An Afternoon Together: Ocarina Concert

7 Nov · 伊東市

Around 20 groups of ocarina players and enthusiasts from all over Japan, from Hokkaido to Kyushu, are scheduled to perform. The program will feature a...

Ajiro Sunday Market

8 Nov · 熱海市

The Ajiro Sunday Market will be held at Ajiro Fishing Port in Minami-Atami. Enjoy the sale of freshly caught fish, dried seafood, traditional Japanese...

2026 Carpenter's Sunday Jam 10th Anniversary

8 Nov · 磐田市

The annual Carpenter's Sunday Jam returns, bringing together talented 'American-style craftspeople' from across Japan! Explore booths hosted by master...

Asagiri Carnival

8 Nov · 富士宮市

An annual festival at the Asagiri Outdoor Activity Center featuring family-friendly programs for the local community. Enjoy activities such as butter-...

3rd Minamiizu Town 'Take It Easy' Marathon

14 Nov · 南伊豆町

Japan's most laid-back full marathon with a 9-hour time limit! Enjoy spectacular views of Minamiizu Town and unique treats at 11 aid stations along th...

Yumeka Nakagawa Piano Recital

14 Nov · 静岡市駿河区

Born and raised in Germany, Yumeka Nakagawa won first prize and the Audience Award at the 29th Clara Haskil International Piano Competition in 2021 at...

104th Hamamatsu Art Festival

14 Nov – 16 Nov · 浜松市中央区

Around 40 shops featuring a wide variety of handmade crafts, goods, clothing, food, fortune-telling, relaxation services, and kitchen cars will gather...

Hercules Gomes Brazilian Piano Concert in Hamamatsu

15 Nov · 浜松市中央区

Hercules Gomes, highly acclaimed for his vibrant interpretations of the diverse rhythms of Brazilian music, is recognized as a leading contemporary pi...

Mount Fuji Shizuoka Symphony Orchestra: Masterpieces Concert in...

15 Nov · 浜松市中央区

Enjoy a program filled with timeless classics performed by the Mount Fuji Shizuoka Symphony Orchestra. Experience the vibrant Polonaise from 'Eugene O...