Events in Tochigi · 3-day weekend (Nov 21–23)

Autumn Foliage at Unganji Temple

1 Nov – 30 Nov · 大田原市

Nestled deep in the Yamizo Mountains of Tochigi Prefecture along a clear mountain stream, this renowned Rinzai Zen temple is steeped in history. The f...

Autumn Leaves at Rakuseki

1 Nov – 30 Nov · 那須烏山市

Rakuseki, located on the east bank of the Naka River in Tochigi Prefecture, is a scenic spot often called the 'Arashiyama of the Kanto region.' From e...

Autumn Foliage at Tochigi Prefectural Central Park

1 Nov – 10 Dec · Utsunomiya

Tochigi Prefectural Central Park is an urban park designed around the theme of 'water, greenery, and culture,' featuring a strolling garden with four...

Special Exhibition: Jakuchu Comes to Town! Vegetable Insect Scro...

31 Oct – 13 Dec · Sano

Experience the art of Ito Jakuchu (1716–1800), a renowned Kyoto-based painter of the mid-Edo period, in this exhibition featuring masterpieces from th...

Story of Seasons × Nasu Highland Rindo Lake Family Ranch Collabo...

22 Sep – 11 Jan · Nasu

A collaboration event between Rindo Lake Family Ranch and the heartwarming life simulation game series 'Story of Seasons,' celebrating its 30th annive...

Sano Premium Outlets Winter Illumination

6 Nov – 24 Feb · 佐野市

The 2026 theme is 'Bubbles of light.' Countless tiny lights come together to bathe the entire shopping center in a sparkling glow resembling bubbles,...

10th Uzuma Bamboo Lantern Festival

24 Oct – 28 Feb · 栃木市

The Uzuma Bamboo Lantern Festival is a light-up event that illuminates the banks of the Uzuma River in Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture, with bamboo l...

Popular Animals and Artists: Animals in Ukiyo-e

10 Oct – 13 Dec · Tochigi

From the Edo to the Meiji period, ukiyo-e prints frequently featured animals alongside people. These animals were depicted not only in cute or humorou...

Kazuo Iwamura’s “Frog Picture Book Exhibition” (First Session)

12 Sep – 29 Nov · Nakagawa, Nasu-gun

The Kazuo Iwamura Picture Book Hill Museum, founded in 1998 and themed around picture books, nature, and children, celebrates the 30th anniversary of...

Tetsuo Matsumoto Exhibition

24 Oct – 27 Dec · Utsunomiya

Born in Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture, Tetsuo Matsumoto was a Japanese painter known for depicting famous sites around the world on large canvases. Wh...

Oyama Ion Mall Aquarium

12 Sep – 12 Dec · Oyama

Discover a collection of rare goldfish from across Japan! Experience a fantastical and soothing atmosphere as illuminated tanks showcase graceful gold...

Sano Akari: Illuminating the Town's Temples and Shrines

14 Nov – 22 Nov · 佐野市

Sano Akari: Illuminating the Town's Temples and Shrines is a light-up event held at two venues in Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture: Sano Yakuyoke Daishi...

Domannaka Tanuma Roadside Station Garden Illumination 2026

3 Nov – 28 Feb · 佐野市

This winter illumination event takes place at Domannaka Tanuma Roadside Station, named for its location at the geographic center of Japan in Sano City...

Kaika Sake Brewery Teahouse

2 Oct – 21 Nov · Sano

Experience the charm of history while enjoying Japanese sake at this event. Held in the inner parlor of the oldest sake brewery in Tochigi Prefecture...