Shizuoka Matsuri
MatsuriChubu(Shizuoka)
Annual eventDates
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Venue
Sunpu Castle Park and Shizuoka City Center
Admission
Free
Crowd Level
Moderate crowd
Photos
Spring festival in Shizuoka celebrating Tokugawa Ieyasu with a cherry blossom parade.
Shizuoka Matsuri is a vibrant spring festival centered around Sunpu Castle Park, the former castle of Tokugawa Ieyasu. The festival features a grand parade of citizens dressed as samurai and historical figures, the lively Yosakoi dance performances, and the spectacular nighttime cherry blossom viewing. The castle park becomes alive with food stalls, performances, and family-friendly events.
At a Glance
- Type
- Matsuri
- Dates
- 2026-04-04 – 2026-04-05
- Venue
- Sunpu Castle Park and Shizuoka City Center
- Status
- Ended
- Crowd Level
- Moderate crowd
- Admission
- Free
- Annual event
- Annual
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I confirm the official status of Shizuoka Matsuri?
Use the official source for the latest schedule, route changes, and cancellation updates: https://www.shizuokamatsuri.com/.
What is the current status of Shizuoka Matsuri?
The current listing status is ended. Last checked: 2026-03-10.
How crowded is Shizuoka Matsuri?
The typical crowd level is moderate.
What are the highlights of Shizuoka Matsuri?
Grand historical parade (Ogosho Hanami Gyoretsu) around Sunpu Castle; Yosakoi dance performances by local teams; Cherry blossom viewing in the castle park
Highlights
Grand historical parade (Ogosho Hanami Gyoretsu) around Sunpu Castle; Yosakoi dance performances by local teams; Cherry blossom viewing in the castle park
Access
JR Shizuoka Station, 15 min walk to Sunpu Castle Park. From Tokyo, take the Tokaido Shinkansen to Shizuoka (about 1 hour).
Tips for Visitors
The festival coincides with cherry blossom season, making it a great opportunity to enjoy both. The historical parade is held on Saturday afternoon. Bring a picnic sheet for hanami in the castle grounds.
Location
📍 Sunpu Castle Park and Shizuoka City Center
