40th Shimonoseki Strait Festival
A historically rich festival set against the backdrop of the Kanmon Strait
Shimonoseki City, Kanmon Strait Area (including Karato Pier, etc.), Ganryūjima and others
5/2(Fri)
5/3(Sat)
5/4(Sun)
Stage events are planned at the sister city plaza. A magnificent 'Former Emperor Festival' commemorating the demise of the Taira clan in the Battle of Dan-no-ura, and various events related to the Genpei War, including a majestic 'Warrior Parade.' The 'Hatchobama Grand Dance' will bring the venue to life with around a thousand dancers. On the 3rd (national holiday), the sea parade 'Genpei Boat Battle' will feature boats flying red and white banners representing both armies, and a special Fukunabe will be served to commemorate the 40th festival, along with a Guinness World Record challenge event.
Shimonoseki City, Kanmon Strait Area (including Karato Pier, etc.), Ganryūjima and others
Approximately 15 minutes from the 'Shimonoseki' IC
7-minute bus ride from JR 'Shimonoseki' Station to 'Karato' bus stop, then a 2-minute walk
- Date & Time
- 5/2(Fri) 5/3(Sat) 5/4(Sun)
- Note
- Event times vary by day
- Venue
- Shimonoseki City, Kanmon Strait Area (including Karato Pier, etc.), Ganryūjima and others
- Address
- Yamaguchi Prefecture, Shimonoseki City
- parking
- Due to heavy congestion, please use public transportation
- Access
- Approximately 15 minutes from the 'Shimonoseki' IC
- Access (Public)
- 7-minute bus ride from JR 'Shimonoseki' Station to 'Karato' bus stop, then a 2-minute walk
- Contact
- 083-231-1350 （Shimonoseki City Tourism Policy Section）
