Events in Tochigi

Pipe Organ & Hakuoh University Handbell Choir Christmas Concert...

13 Dec · 大田原市

This year's concert features guest organist Mayu Harada (principal organist at Meiji Gakuin) and presents 'Voices of Angels.' The program includes Biz...

Futarasan Shrine Winter Festival

15 Dec · Utsunomiya

Held twice a year at Futarasan Shrine, the Winter Festival takes place on December 15 and the Spring Festival on January 15, both known locally as 'Ot...

Wind Christmas: Winter Classics Performed by a Small Wind Ensemb...

19 Dec · 小山市

A wind and percussion ensemble featuring 15 members of the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra. The program includes Canterbury Chorale (J. Van der Roost), The...

Ritual Rice Cake Pounding Ceremony

21 Dec · 日光市

This traditional year-end event, known as the Ritual Rice Cake Pounding, dates back to the late Nara period. It originated with mountain ascetics prep...

Ren’s Quena Dinner Show 2026

27 Dec · 足利市

Ren’s annual large-scale dinner show features his quena performances. Although held during the day, you can enjoy a leisurely meal alongside beautiful...

Great Purification Ceremony at Futaarayama Shrine in Utsunomiya

31 Dec · Utsunomiya

The Great Purification Ceremony is held to cleanse participants of sins and impurities. At Futaarayama Shrine, the ritual takes place twice a year, on...

Yasaka Shrine Great Purification Ceremony (December)

31 Dec · 宇都宮市

The Great Purification Ceremony, held twice a year on June 30 and December 31, is a ritual conducted to cleanse people of sins and impurities.

Imaichi Night Market

13 Mar – 14 Mar · 日光市

Inspired by the traditional morning market once held along the main shopping streets in Imaichi, this event invites you to enjoy an evening market exp...

Autumn Guided Tour 2026

8 Nov · 日光市

At the Nikko Botanical Garden, trees such as cherry, azalea, and maple gradually change color from late September. In 2026, as autumn deepens and wint...

Musical Theater: 'Grimu and Murigu's Adventure'

8 Nov · 下野市

Murigu is mischievous and hates to lose. One day, after slipping and falling into a well, Murigu finds herself in the world of stories! This gentle ta...

Concerts for All Ages: Otoiku Land in Utsunomiya

10 Nov – 11 Nov · 宇都宮市

A participatory concert designed for parents and children, where families with small children can relax and enjoy music together. Featuring familiar t...

Pop-Up Nikko Hiro Market at Paseo

13 Nov – 15 Nov · Utsunomiya

The Nikko Hiro Market is a fair featuring handmade artisans from Tochigi Prefecture. Held for the first time at Paseo, a shopping center connected to...

Nasushiobara, Tochigi Prefecture: Field Sky ART Gallery

14 Nov · 那須塩原市

Limited to 10 groups. Experience 'Hay Bale Art,' coloring the winter countryside! This special art event invites you to paint directly on hay bales, t...

Utsunomiya Marathon 2026

15 Nov · Utsunomiya

This marathon event in Utsunomiya, known for its natural beauty and rich history, aims to provide a fun running experience while fostering family bond...

Chanson and Western Music Concert Performed on Quena by Ren

21 Nov · 小山市

Enjoy a concert where quena player Ren brings chansons and Western music to life using the South American flute. Accompanied by Haruo Oshima on piano...

Yumiko Nose Mini Concert: Fields of Smiles

22 Nov · Nakagawa, Nasu-gun

Yumiko Nose is a singer-songwriter living in Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, who made her national CD debut in 2020 with the song 'To the Irreplaceable Y...

Special Screening and After-Salon at Nikko AI Cafeteria: 'What C...

28 Nov · 日光市

As part of the Nikko AI Cafeteria's 'Parent Salon' special event, there will be a free screening of a documentary by director Tomoaki Fujino, who docu...

Showa Era Melodies Concert (Nasushiobara City)

30 Nov · Nasushiobara

The Showa Era Melodies Concert is an event where you can enjoy beloved traditional songs and popular tunes from the Showa period, alongside profession...

Piano Concert and Workshop Featuring Gabriel Palatchi from Argen...

12 Dec · 日光市

Gabriel Palatchi will perform pieces from his album 'Piano Without Borders,' including 'I Am Water,' 'I Am Earth,' and 'I Am Air.' He will also join R...

Minami Library Classic Film Screening: An American in Paris

13 Dec · 14:00 · 宇都宮市

A screening of the 1951 Hollywood musical An American in Paris, starring Gene Kelly with music by George Gershwin, shown with Japanese dubbing as part...

Reflecting on War: The Historical Context of Taizo Arai's Final...

16 Dec · 宇都宮市

A lecture by Kiyomasa Hahara, former head of the political desk at Asahi Shimbun and former professor at Teikyo University.

Christmas Concert

20 Dec · 宇都宮市

A concert featuring piano, soprano, and cello performances. Enjoyable for both adults and children.

Grimm Forest Christmas Concert

20 Dec · 下野市

An annual Christmas concert performed by the brass band from Ishibashi High School, held in conjunction with the 'Grimm Forest Illuminations.' Enjoy p...

Christmas Ave Maria by Elisabeth String Ensemble (Ohtawara City)

20 Dec · 大田原市

Experience the moving harmonies of Ave Maria by J.S. Bach, Schubert, and Caccini, sung by a soprano and accompanied by string instruments. The perform...