A summer festival in Eura-machi, where the Daijayama and Odoriyama clash amid sparks
Eura-machi Gion Festival
The 2026 edition of Eura-machi Gion Festival has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/07/18Ended
- Season / frequency
- The 3rd Saturday of July every year / Every year
- Location
- Across the Eura-machi and Watase areas, Takata-machi, Miyama
- Area
- Fukuoka Prefecture・Miyama City(From Tokyo: approx. 1 h 50 min–2 h 10 min · flight time only)Prefecture-level estimate to a main station or airport, not the venue. Airport access, check-in and onward travel are extra; remote areas and islands can take much longer.
- Features
- Highlights and activities
- Wishes behind the festival
- Participation / viewing
- Spectators welcome
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
The Eura-machi Gion Festival has been passed down through generations in the Eura-machi area of Takata-machi, Miyama, Fukuoka Prefecture. The Daijayama and Odoriyama parade through town to the sound of bells and drums, and at night the powerful fire-breathing Daijayama performances take place.
About Eura-machi Gion Festival
The Eura-machi Gion Festival is a summer festival held every July in the Eura-machi area of Takata-machi, Miyama, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Although its origins are unclear, the festival is said to have begun in the Edo period and has been passed down in the community for generations.
Odori and Daijayama parade through the area to the sound of bells and drums, carrying hopes for a bountiful harvest and protection from epidemics.
Source: 江浦町祇園祭 - Wikipedia
Festival highlights
A highlight is the bold procession of several Daijayama and Odoriyama through the town.
The Daijayama can reach nearly 4m in height, making an imposing presence to the distinctive rhythms of drums and bells.
At night, the dragon advances breathing fire. In the “battles,” when floats meet, you can see powerful scenes accompanied by sparks and smoke.
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A summer festival in Eura-machi, where the Daijayama and Odoriyama clash amid sparks
What to expect
During the festival, Odori dashi and Daijayama parade through the area to the sound of bells and drums.
During the day, children can be seen pulling the floats. At night, young men move the Daijayama while shouting, leading into performances in which it breathes fire.
Toward the finale, several floats perform together, offering a different kind of excitement from the town procession.
How to take part
Visitors can watch the event.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Across the Eura-machi and Watase areas, Takata-machi, Miyama, Fukuoka Prefecture.
The festival is held mainly in the Eura area.
- Train and bus
The nearest station is Eno-ura Station on the Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line.
- By car
It is about 15 minutes by car from the Miyama-Yanagawa IC on the Kyushu Expressway.
- Parking
The former Miike District Eura Elementary School sports ground and other locations have been listed.
Address Across the Eura-machi and Watase areas, Takata-machi, Miyama, Fukuoka Prefecture
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
The 2026 festival was announced as scheduled for July 18 (Saturday).
The Eura-machi Gion Festival is usually held on the 3rd Saturday of July.
The 2026 venue was announced as being across the Eura-machi and Watase areas of Takata-machi, Miyama.
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Tips for your visit
Highlights include the Daijayama’s fire-breathing performance and battles between the floats, so keep a safe distance when watching near the procession or performances.
This is an outdoor event in July, and some parts involve fire, so it is advisable to take precautions against the heat and drink plenty of water.
When it is crowded, enjoy the event from a spot that does not obstruct others’ view or passage, and follow local guidance.
Origins and History of Eura-machi Gion Festival
The exact origins of the Eura-machi Gion Festival are unclear, but it is said to have begun in the Edo period.
It is also introduced as a summer event of the Yanagawa Domain in Chikugo Province, as Gion-e ceremonies were held at many shrines within the domain.
In Eura-machi, summer festival traditions have been passed down in the form of processions featuring Odori dashi and Daijayama.
Eura-machi Gion Festival at a Glance
The Eura-machi Gion Festival is a summer festival handed down in the Eura-machi area of Takata-machi, Miyama.
The Daijayama and Odoriyama parade through the town to the sound of bells and drums. Highlights include the fire-breathing Daijayama and battles between the floats at night.
The 2026 festival was announced as scheduled for July 18 across the Eura-machi and Watase areas.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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