Witness the breathtaking Akita Kanto Festival, one of the three great festivals of Tohoku and a designated National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property. Marvel at performers skillfully balancing massive bamboo poles adorned with glowing lanterns against the summer night sky. Reserve before tickets sell out!

Experience the Iconic Kanto Performance of the Akita Kanto Festival!

Witness one of Japan's most famous festivals, the Akita Kanto Festival, from a reserved seat with excellent visibility.
This dynamic summer event is held over four nights:

・Kanto Performance: August 3–6

Each evening, approximately 280 kanto poles—the largest reaching up to 12 meters in height and weighing 50 kilograms, adorned with 46 lanterns representing rice stalks—rise simultaneously, illuminating the night with the warm glow of 10,000 candle-lit lanterns.
Performers showcase their "myogi" (skillful techniques) by balancing these towering kanto on their palms, foreheads, shoulders, and hips, while spectators cheer with calls of "Dokkoisho! Dokkoisho!" accompanied by the rhythmic beats of taiko drums and the melodies of flutes.
With a reserved seat, you can relax and fully enjoy the spectacular atmosphere—no need to worry about crowds or long hours of standing.

Time & Location
Performance Schedule:
・August 3–6, 2026 from 19:25 to 20:35

Location:
・Kanto Odori, Akita City, Akita Prefecture
・Approximately 15-minute walk from JR Akita Station

Regarding Seat Types

We generally plan to provide S-tier seats (tiered seating), but depending on the organizer's remaining inventory, you may be assigned A-tier seats (folding chairs) or B-tier seats (bench seating).
Notifications regarding the final seat assignment will be sent out in late June.
In the event that you are assigned A-tier seats, you will receive a 1,000 yen refund. For B-tier seats, you will receive a 1,500 yen refund.
Please complete your reservation only if you understand and agree to the terms above.

Regarding Ticket Delivery

Tickets will be sent to your hotel of stay. Please provide the following information at the time of booking: hotel name, hotel address, name under which the hotel reservation is made, check-in date, and hotel reservation number.
Please confirm in advance with your delivery address that they are able to receive registered mail (kani-kakitome).
Changes to the delivery hotel can be accommodated until July 25. After this date, no changes will be possible.

How to use

Please present your paper ticket to the attendant at the entrance gate.
Once you enter the venue, please be seated in the seat indicated on your ticket.

What's included

Paper tickets
Official guidebook, fan(Uchiwa)

What is not included

Transportation to the venue
Other personal expenses

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. Travelers will not receive any refund regardless of cancellation status.

Confirmation before booking

No refunds will be issued even if the event is canceled due to rain. We appreciate your understanding in advance.
The event duration may be shortened depending on weather conditions; however, performances will take place during clear intervals. In principle, the event will not be canceled.
Kanto poles may fall over due to wind or other factors. It can be dangerous, so please be extremely careful while watching the performance.
Eating and drinking are allowed in the spectator seats, but we ask that you please take your trash home with you.

Notes for the day

Please refrain from bringing large luggage, as space in the spectator area is limited. The organizer assumes no responsibility for the theft or loss of personal belongings.
The Kanto Festival will be held even in the event of rain. Please note that the spectator seating area is not covered. Since seats may be wet when it rains, please bring your own rain gear, such as a raincoat.
Please refrain from any actions that may disturb other guests. The use or setup of items that obstruct the view of others (such as umbrellas, tall tripods, banners, and flags) is prohibited.
Smoking, including the use of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products, is strictly prohibited throughout the seating area.