A Hamakita festival where dragons and kites bring color to the Tenryū River
Enshu Hamakita Hiryū Festival
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Event status
- Cancelled
- Season / frequency
- Every year, on the first Saturday and Sunday of June / Every year
- Area
- Shizuoka Prefecture・Hamamatsu City(From Tokyo: approx. 1 h–1 h 30 min · bullet train)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
- Participation / viewing
- No spectators allowed
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
This festival in Hamana Ward, Hamamatsu City, has carried on events that make use of the Tenryū River and local culture, including Hamakita kites, the Flying Dragon Fire Festival, and fireworks.
About Enshu Hamakita Hiryū Festival
The Enshu Hamakita Hiryū Festival is a local festival that has been held annually in Hamana Ward, Hamamatsu City.
Its predecessor was the Hamakita Festival, which began in 1974; the name was changed to its current one in 1991.
Events featuring kites unique to the Hamakita area and a flying dragon as symbols are held on the Tenryū River.
Source: 遠州はまきた飛竜まつり - Wikipedia / 第1回遠州はまきた飛竜まつり開催（浜北まつり改称）【1991年（平成3年）】／浜松市
Festival highlights
Highlights at Tenryū River Nakaze Green Space include flying Hamakita kites, which are unique to the Hamakita area, a fire festival featuring a flying dragon, and fireworks.
The flying dragon is said to be more than 5 meters long; another announcement describes a performance featuring Niagara-style fireworks and fireballs launched from a flying dragon approximately 60 meters long.
A local products fair and traditional performing arts also add to the festival.
Source: 第35回遠州はまきた飛竜まつり［浜松市浜名区］｜静岡新聞アットエス
A Hamakita festival where dragons and kites bring color to the Tenryū River
What to expect
The festival features Hamakita kite flying, a fire festival, ner i, fireworks, Enshu Dai Nenbutsu, and the Mizunomichi Local Products Fair, with Tenryū River Nakaze Green Space as its main venue.
Events at the separate Nayuta Hamakita venue have also included , , Polynesian dance, and tai chi.
The program may change from one edition to another.
How to take part
The festival will not be held in fiscal 2026, and no events for the general public will take place.
Past festivals featured kite flying, stage performances, an activity area, and a local products fair, but no information has been provided about requirements for visitors to participate as performers.
Source: 令和7年度 第9回浜北地域分科会 議事要点／浜松市
Location and access
- Address
Hamamatsu City
Host municipality 静岡県浜松市
This map shows the surrounding area, not the exact venue location.
Dates and season
The Enshu Hamakita Hiryū Festival will not be held in fiscal 2026.
It has traditionally been held on the first Saturday and Sunday of June, but no date has been set for 2026.
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Nearby attractions
スズキ歴史館
スズキ株式会社の企業博物館
五社神社 · Suwa Shrine
静岡県浜松市中央区利町にある神社
佐久間レールパーク
静岡県浜松市の中部天竜駅にあった博物館
浜松城
静岡県浜松市にある城
浜松市楽器博物館
静岡県の博物館・美術館のスポットです。
秋葉山本宮秋葉神社
静岡県浜松市天竜区にある神社
Origins and History of Enshu Hamakita Hiryū Festival
The festival’s predecessor, the Hamakita Festival, began in August 1974, and the 1st Enshu Hamakita Hiryū Festival was held in 1991.
In 1998, starting with the 8th festival, the venue moved to Tenryū River Nakaze Green Space, and the event was held over 2 days.
In 2001, starting with the 11th festival, the Nayuta Hamakita venue was added, and the event began taking place at 2 venues.
Official information
Hamamatsu City says the Enshu Hamakita Hiryū Festival will not be held in fiscal 2026.
It also says that the organizing committee has begun discussions with a view to holding the event in fiscal 2027.
Enshu Hamakita Hiryū Festival at a Glance
The Enshu Hamakita Hiryū Festival is a local event in Hamana Ward, Hamamatsu City, and was preceded by the Hamakita Festival.
A variety of events have been carried on, including Hamakita kites, the Flying Dragon Fire Festival, fireworks, taiko drumming, and traditional performing arts.
The festival will not be held in fiscal 2026, but discussions are underway toward holding it in fiscal 2027.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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