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[42nd Bizen-yaki Festival] On October 17 and 18, the town of Ibe will be filled with pottery
器と出会い、作家と出会う。陶芸の里のお祭り 千年の歴史を受け継ぐ備前焼の里・伊部に、2日間で約10万人が集う秋の祭典がやってきます。作家との語らい、お気に入りの一碗探し、地元グルメや体験イベント——まち全体が会場になる2日間です。入場無料、どな... -
The 23rd Mitsuishi City of Lights Festival
[Date and Time] October 24, R8 (Sat) 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM *The opening ceremony begins at 6:00 PM with a performance by the Mitsuishi Junior High School Wind Ensemble *In case of rain, the event may be postponed to the following day, subject to a decision made on the day of the event 【Event Area】Yoretsuana Gate, Mitsuishi Hachiman Shrine, Mitsuishi Junior High School At the Mitsuishi Junior High School grounds, on the ground... -
Announcement: Hinase Oyster Festival 2026 (Fall) to Be Held on Sunday, October 4
On Sunday, October 4, 2026, we will hold the “2026 Hinase Oyster Festival (Fall)” in the area surrounding “Gomi no Ichi,” the farmers’ market operated by the Hinase Town Fishermen’s Cooperative. In addition to the festival-exclusive gourmet delicacies available at the venue, there will be hands-on activity booths for children to enjoy, as well as the “Oyster Tour,” a fun way to explore the entire town of Hinase... -
Saturday, September 26: The 21st Umiyama Market!
https://www.instagram.com/p/Dc7P-wnk9Eo/?img_index=1 大池緑地公園にて「うみやま市」が開催されます。四季折々で表情を変える自然豊かな会場のうみやま市を味わえます。 夏の余韻と、秋の風を感じる9月のうみやま市には、旬迎えたこの時期の楽しみ「ぶ... -
October 17 (Sat) and 18 (Sun), 2026: The 42nd Bizen-yaki Festival
The 42nd Bizen-yaki Festival: October 17 (Sat) and 18 (Sun), 2026—Around JR Ibe Station, Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. This major event in Bizen City allows you to fully savor the charm of Bizen-yaki, a tradition steeped in history. Works brimming with the dedication of Bizen-yaki artists are gathered in one place, allowing you to enjoy the experience of discovering your very own special piece of pottery... -
[Cosplay Photo Shoot Event to Be Held Simultaneously!] The 30th Shizutani Marche Will Take Place on September 20!
[Event Name] 30th Shizutani Marche [Venue] Former Shizutani School (Special Historic Site) (784 Shizutani, Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture) 【Date and Time】September 20 (Sunday), 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. *The event may be canceled in case of rain or other inclement weather. Please check the Shizutani website via the link below on the day of the event to confirm whether it will take place... -
Saturday, September 5, 2026—Taking place today! 🎉 Kashirajima Akari Festival 2026
Although the weather was a concern, the organizing committee has decided to hold the event as scheduled! Kashima Akari Festival 2026 ⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Kashima East Oyster Processing Plant This year is packed with a wide variety of exciting activities! ✨ 🪔 At this year’s Akari Workshop, you can make your own lantern-style andon... -
Hinase Lantern Night Market Confirmed! A Magical Evening Featuring “Bizen-yaki Lights” and “Sky Lanterns” Illuminating the Seaside
On a summer night enveloped by Hinase’s refreshing sea breeze and the sound of the waves, the thrilling “Hinase Lantern Night Market” returns this year! Featuring a “Bizen-yaki and Light Corridor” with 100 pieces that blend the traditional craft of “Bizen-yaki”—boasting a history of a thousand years—with contemporary art, the excitement of the traditional Jinkuro Taiko drumming and the Hinase Bon Odori dance, and the night... -
Held on Saturday, September 5! “Kashirajima Akari Festival 2026” Flyer Released & Highlights Introduced!
It’s official—the Kashima Akari Festival will be held again this year! Now that the flyer is complete, we’d like to introduce this year’s highlights. The main attraction this year is “Once Upon a Time in Kashima,” which traces the island’s memories through photos and video. It’s a collaboration of visuals and music that evokes a sense of nostalgia and gently warms the heart... -
The 29th Shizutani Market will be held on August 16! [Free mini cotton candy for children in elementary school and younger!]
[Event Name] 29th Shizutani Marche [Venue] Former Shizutani School (Special Historic Site) (784 Shizutani, Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture) 【Date and Time】August 16 (Sunday), 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. *The event may be canceled in case of rain or other inclement weather. Please check the Shizutani website via the link below on the day of the event to confirm whether it will take place...