Regional festivals and markets scheduled across Tochigi, Ibaraki, and Yamaguchi

Various regional events, festivals, and markets are scheduled across several Japanese prefectures for late October and November 2026.

In Tochigi and Ibaraki, highlights include the Tochigi Flea Market in Tochigi City, the Hakou University Festival in Oyama, and the final Hakka Festival at Kokugakuin Tochigi Junior College. Other notable activities include the Koka Ichino Collection at Koga City Art Museum and the Nishikido Shinkan exhibition in Shimotsuma.

In Yamaguchi Prefecture, the schedule features the Ube Festival, which includes a parade and guest appearance by Yoko Takahashi, and the Hofu Autumn Grand Event held at Hofu Tenmangu and Mori Mototoshi Gardens. The Moji Port and Shimonoseki Grand Market is also set to host approximately 500 vendors across both locations. Other recurring events include the Shunan Flea Market and various local handmade markets and food festivals.