
Nagoya Matsuri
MatsuriChubu(Aichi)
Annual eventDates
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Venue
Hisaya-odori Park and Sakae area
Admission
Free
Crowd Level
Crowded
Chubu(Aichi)
Annual eventDates
—
Venue
Hisaya-odori Park and Sakae area
Admission
Free
Crowd Level
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Nagoya's grand festival featuring a parade of the three great warlords.
Nagoya Matsuri is the city's premier autumn festival, featuring a grand parade with three massive floats carrying mechanical puppets (karakuri ningyō), a samurai procession with warriors dressed as the three great heroes of Nagoya — Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Ieyasu. The festival celebrates Nagoya's rich connection to the three unifiers of Japan.
Nagoya Matsuri takes place from 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-11.
Nagoya Matsuri is held at Hisaya-odori Park and Sakae area in Aichi, Japan.
Yes, Nagoya Matsuri is free to attend.
The admission fee for Nagoya Matsuri is ¥0.
The crowd level at Nagoya Matsuri is typically high.
Yes, Nagoya Matsuri is held annually.
Nagoya Matsuri is a matsuri festival in Japan.
Highlights of Nagoya Matsuri include: Grand parade of the Three Great Unifiers (Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, Ieyasu) in samurai armor; Karakuri ningyō mechanical puppet performances on festival floats; Various entertainment stages and food stalls throughout the city.
Tips for Nagoya Matsuri: Many Nagoya city facilities offer free admission during the festival weekend. The parade runs along Hisaya-odori around midday on both days. Combine with visits to Nagoya Castle, which also hosts special events..
Nagoya Matsuri welcomes international visitors. It is a great way to experience Japanese culture.
Access information for Nagoya Matsuri: Nagoya Station (JR/Meitetsu/Kintetsu), then take the Higashiyama Line to Sakae Station. Hisaya-odori Park is directly accessible from Sakae Station..
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Tips: Many Nagoya city facilities offer free admission during the festival weekend. The parade runs along Hisaya-odori around midday on both days. Combine with visits to Nagoya Castle, which also hosts special events..
Photography is generally welcome at Nagoya Matsuri. Check specific rules at the venue.
Nagoya Matsuri is a family-friendly festival that visitors of all ages can enjoy.
Festival food stalls (yatai) at Nagoya Matsuri typically serve popular Japanese street food including yakisoba, takoyaki, and kakigori. Some festivals feature regional specialties.
Yes, wearing a yukata (casual kimono) is very common and encouraged at Nagoya Matsuri. Many visitors rent yukata nearby.
Parking can be limited during Nagoya Matsuri. Public transportation is recommended. Check access details: Nagoya Station (JR/Meitetsu/Kintetsu), then take the Higashiyama Line to Sakae Station. Hisaya-odori Park is directly accessible from Sakae Station..
Grand parade of the Three Great Unifiers (Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, Ieyasu) in samurai armor; Karakuri ningyō mechanical puppet performances on festival floats; Various entertainment stages and food stalls throughout the city
Nagoya Station (JR/Meitetsu/Kintetsu), then take the Higashiyama Line to Sakae Station. Hisaya-odori Park is directly accessible from Sakae Station.
Many Nagoya city facilities offer free admission during the festival weekend. The parade runs along Hisaya-odori around midday on both days. Combine with visits to Nagoya Castle, which also hosts special events.
📍 Hisaya-odori Park and Sakae area