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Saturday, September 5, 2026—Taking place today! 🎉 Kashirajima Akari Festival 2026
天候が危ぶまれましたが、実行委員会により【通常開催】が決定しました！ 頭島あかりまつり2026⏰ 16:00～20:00📍 頭島東牡蠣処理場 今年も魅力あふれるコンテンツが盛りだくさん✨ 🪔 あかりのワークショップ今年はちょうちん型の行灯（あんどん）を自分... -
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... -
Ibe Station Front Street Becomes a Pedestrian-Only Zone! “Inbe Old-Time Night Market” to Be Held on August 1
The “Inbe Old-Fashioned Night Market,” where you can enjoy the nostalgic atmosphere of a summer festival, will be held on Saturday, August 1, on Inbe Station Front Street. On the day of the event, Inbe Station Front Street will become a pedestrian-only zone, featuring food and drink stalls, game stalls, and stage performances. It’s a summer night that everyone—from children to adults—can enjoy with family and friends... -
The 28th Shizutani Market will be held on July 19!
This market features a wide variety of family-friendly activities, including summer-themed treats like shaved ice and yakisoba, as well as handmade crafts that capture the spirit of summer, workshops, a goldfish scooping game, a bouncy castle, and a Mini 4WD test drive. Come and spend a relaxing summer afternoon in the lush greenery of Shizutani... -
[Notice of Change] Mr. Saito of Trendy Angel, who was scheduled to appear on the Yoshimoto Comedy Stage, will not be performing due to personal circumstances.
Screenshot: Mr. Saito of Trendy Angel, who was scheduled to appear on the Yoshimoto Comedy Stage, will not be performing due to unforeseen circumstances. We sincerely apologize to everyone who was looking forward to Mr. Saito’s performance for making this announcement at the last minute... -
Announcement Regarding the 40th Hinase Minato Festival Fireworks Display!
Summer is finally just around the corner. When it comes to summer in Hinase, Bizen City… that’s right! It’s been confirmed that the annual big event will be held again this year! “The 40th Hinase Minato Festival Fireworks Display” Marking its milestone 40th anniversary, this year’s event will take place in August of Reiwa 8... -
Announcement: The 50th Mitsuishi Summer Festival Is Coming!
Screenshot The “Mitsuki Summer Festival,” celebrating its milestone 50th anniversary this year, will be held on Saturday, July 18! The festival is packed with activities that everyone—from kids to adults—can enjoy all day long, including comedy shows, spectacular fireworks, and a raffle with great prizes. Invite your family and friends... -
Bizen City Art Museum — The Gifu Prefectural Museum of Contemporary Ceramic Art Collection: “Teacup Merry-Go-Round: 100 Years of Modern Design in European Ceramics” —
Dates: Saturday, July 4, 2026 – Sunday, September 27, 2026; Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Last admission at 4:30 p.m.) Venue: Bizen City Art Museum, 2nd Floor, Galleries 1, 2, and 3 Admission: General: 1,000 yen (900 yen) Students (college, vocational school, and high school students): 800 yen (700 yen) Junior high school students and younger: Free Ages 65 and older (residents of Bizen City, Ako City, ...