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- 2026/08/20 (Thu)
The 26th Okayama Momotaro Festival Will Feature the “31st Uraja” and the “Family Festa”This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
The “Okayama Momotaro Festival: Uraja,” a summer tradition in Okayama, will be held again this year !
"Uraja" is one of the largest festivals in the prefecture, based on the legend of Ura ( Ura ) passed down in Okayama.
Dancers dressed as Onra = demons, clad in magnificent costumes, will perform a variety of dance routines. At the finale on the 23rd, a “group dance” is held where anyone—dancers ・ and audience members alike—can join in. Additionally, the “Family Festa,” an event for parents and children to enjoy together, will be held simultaneously.
Event Details: Uraja
Date and Time
August 22 ( Sat ) 10:00 a.m.9:00 PM ( Varies by venue )
August 23 ( Sun ) 10:00 AM ~ 8:30 p.m. ( Varies by venue )
Venues
Okayama Art Creation Theater Harenowa Grand Theater, Shimoishi Park, Shimoda-cho Park, Aeon Mall Okayama 1st Floor Mirai Square, Sanyo Shimbun San-ta Plaza, Mori no Machi Grace, Hare-machi Street ( 22nd only ), Omotecho Shopping Street ( 22nd only ), City Hall Street ( 23rd only )
Participation Fee
Free
This year’s theme is “Shine ( Radiance ) .” We hope that not only the dancers, but also the audience, volunteers, and everyone participating in the festival will shine brightly and become a light that illuminates the city of Okayama. This theme embodies that passionate desire. For details, please visit the Uraja official website !
Main Events
・ Performances at Each Venue: 22nd ( Sat ) ・ 23rd ( Sun )
・ Hare-machi Parade 22nd ( Sat )
・ Omote-machi Parade 22nd ( Sat )
・ City Hall Street Parade on the 23rd ( Sun )
・ Grand Dance on the 23rd ( Sun
Event Details: Family Festa
Date and Time
August 22 ( Sat ) 11:00 a.m. ~ 5:30 p.m.
August 23 ( Sun ) 10:30 a.m. ~ 5:30 p.m.
Venue
Sanyo Shimbun San-ta Plaza
Admission Fee
Free ( Some merchandise is for sale )
Main Attractions
・ Ultraman Theo Show 22 ( Sat )
・ Shimajiro Special Dance Show 23 ( Sun )
・ Shimajiro’s “Wa-o” ! Original Merchandise Sale ・ Hands-On Booth 22nd ( Sat6a> ・ 23rd ( Sun )
Please visit the Family Festa official website for details.
Traffic Restrictions
Due to the Uraja event, traffic restrictions will be in effect as follows.
① Hare-machi Street
・ Date and Time : August 22Saturday ) 12:30 PM ~ 7:00 PM
・ Area : Shimoishii 1-chome from the intersection to just before Nishikawa Ryokudo Park ( approx. 250 m )
② City Hall Street
・ Date and Time : August 23 ( ) 1:15 p.m. ~ 9:30 p.m. 6a>
・ Area : From the Saiwaicho Intersection to the Oku Intersection ( Approx. 550 m )
An event will also be held at Okayama Castle !
August 22 ( Sat ) 4:00 PM ~ 9:00 p.m., we’ll host “Uraja Shirouchi Night,” a related event where you can enjoy a mini group dance, local cuisine, and more.
Whether you’re new to Uraja or coming with your family, you can easily try out the Uraja Ondo mini group dance and Bon Odori with instruction provided.
Please come and join us for a night that everyone can enjoy, featuring culinary delights unique to Uraja and festival booths! !- 岡山県
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- Press Release / Government / Public
- 2026/08/01 (Sat)
"Setouchi Citizens' Arts Festival" to Be Held ! [Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture]This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
The Setouchi Citizens’ Arts Festival is an “arts festival” that began in Reiwa 3 ( 2021 ) as a venue for citizens to showcase their cultural and artistic activities and to experience art up close.
Aiming to be a “festival” created by citizens for citizens, it seeks to foster community development that proudly connects our town’s rich history ・ and cultural heritage—as well as the presence of the many outstanding artists living within the city—to the future.
Every year from September to December, a wide variety of events spanning genres such as music ・, visual arts ・, traditional performing arts ・, and literature are held at community centers and other venues throughout the city.
Overview and Features of the Arts Festival
1. Held annually from September to December
For about 100 days from fall through winter, the entire city of Setouchi is enveloped in the excitement of the arts. From solo exhibitions to large-scale wind ensemble concerts and traditional performing arts performances, the festival is packed with events that can be enjoyed by everyone from children to adults.
2. Nine Diverse Cultural and Artistic Genres
We do not limit ourselves to existing frameworks; we also widely solicit and ・ feature programs that employ new forms of expression and techniques.
・ Eligible Genres : Music, dance, theater, traditional performing arts, visual arts, film, literature, lifestyle culture, etc.
3. Support for Citizen Participation Groups ( Benefits )
We provide the following support to citizen groups ( and individuals ) who register ・ to participate in this arts festival.
・ Publicity in the official pamphlet and on the official website ・ PR support
・ Eligibility for fee reductions when using community centers in Setouchi City
■ Contact Information for Inquiries Regarding This Matter
Setouchi Citizens’ Arts Festival Executive Committee Secretariat
701 -4221 97 Kitajima, Oku-cho, Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture
Setouchi Citizens’ Arts Festival Executive Committee
Phone ( Direct Line: 0869-24-7059
E-mail: entry@setouchicity.art- 瀬戸内市
- - 岡山県 瀬戸内市
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- Press Release / Government / Public
- 2026/07/29 (Wed)
The Okayama Momotaro Festival will host the “Karasujō Summer Festival” !This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
The "Karasu Castle Summer Festival" will be held over two days—Saturday, August 1 ( ) and Sunday, August 2 ( )—in the area surrounding Okayama Castle ( at Karasu Castle Park ).
This year’s theme is “Peaches.”
In addition to the goldfish-shaped sculptures that are a huge hit every year, peach-shaped balloons will make their debut this year.
The stage will be decorated with “peach lanterns,” and at the food and drink booths, you can enjoy peach-themed cuisine and beverages.
In addition to the festival stalls and workshops that are hugely popular with children, there will be plenty of family-friendly activities, including a giveaway of admission tickets to the Okayama Castle Keep ( (limited quantity) ). You’ll also have the chance to meet the Samurai Corps at the venue. Be sure to experience the magical atmosphere of this two-day-only event.
For more details, please visit the Karasugajo Summer Festival official website.
Event Details
Date and Time
August 1 ( Sat ) 6: ~ 9:30 PM
August 2 ( Sun ) 6:00 PM ~ 9:30 PM
Venue
Okayama Castle Area
( 2-3 Marunouchi, Kita Ward, Okayama City -1 )
Admission Fee
Free ( Excluding food and beverage booths. )
Inquiries
Karashiro Summer Festival Executive Committee ( Secretariat : Located within the Okayama Chamber of Commerce and Industry
( Phone : 086-232-2262 )- 岡山県
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