Nada no Kenka Matsuri

Nada no Kenka Matsuri takes place from 2026-10-14 to 2026-10-15.

Nada no Kenka Matsuri is held at Matsubara Hachiman Shrine in Hyogo, Japan.

Use the official source for the latest schedule, route changes, and cancellation updates: https://www.city.himeji.lg.jp/kanko/category/1-4-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0.html.

The current listing status is scheduled. Last checked: 2026-08-04.

Yes, Nada no Kenka Matsuri is free to attend.

The admission fee for Nada no Kenka Matsuri is ¥0.

The typical crowd level is high.

Massive mikoshi violently crashed together by competing teams; Yatai float procession with intricate carvings and embroidery; Intense atmosphere and raw energy of the clashes

Take the Sanyo Electric Railway to Shirahamanomiya Station, then 5 min walk to Matsubara Hachiman Shrine. From JR Himeji Station, transfer to Sanyo Railway at Sanyo-Himeji.

Keep a safe distance from the mikoshi clashes as they can be dangerous. October 15 is the main day with the most intense action. Arrive early as the area becomes extremely crowded.