Meet the festive side of Ishigaki at the island’s 62nd annual festival, with stage programs, stalls and regional products.
Dates and venue
- November 7–8, 2026, 10:00–22:00 each day
- Shinei Park area and Ishigaki Civic Hall
- Citizens’ parade: November 8, 11:00–15:00, subject to change
Consider combining daytime sightseeing with an evening visit to the festival. Check the city’s parade route and traffic guidance before traveling around the venue.
Official city information and program
Where to stay for this event
Stay in central Ishigaki for the festival and island sightseeing. These hotels are in Hamasaki-cho; check parade road restrictions and your route back to the hotel.
Find hotels on Ishigaki Island
Area image: Kabira Bay. KANAKO / blue-green / Terms. Resized, converted to WebP and cropped.