Local festivals scheduled for October 2026 in Tokyo and Mie

Two distinct community festivals are scheduled to take place in Japan during late October 2026.

The 16th Otsuka Merchant Festival will be held on October 24 and 25, 2026, near Otsuka Station in Toshima Ward, Tokyo. The event features approximately 89 booths, including local shops and regional products from areas such as Miyagi, Fukushima, Iwate, Yamagata, Nagano, Gifu, Saitama, and Niigata. Activities include Yosakoi dancing, Awa Odori, brass band performances, and children's events like character meet-and-greets.

In Tsu City, Mie Prefecture, the Hisai Matsuri is set for October 25, 2026, at the Hisai Ars Plaza. The festival includes stage performances, local food sales, and exhibitions. The event features a Halloween theme where attendees can participate in costume play and anime cosplay, with scheduled appearances by characters from Oyatsu Town.