A summer Tanabata festival in Fussa, enlivened by bamboo decorations and community events
Fussa Tanabata Festival
The 2026 edition of Fussa Festival has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/08/07 〜 2026/08/09Ended
- Season / frequency
- Every year in August / Every year
- Location
- Around the west exit of Fussa Station
- Area
- Tokyo Metropolis・Fussa City(Within Tokyo: approx. 15 min–1 h by train (central areas))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
- Spectators welcome
- Participation fee
- Free
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
A summer Tanabata festival in Fussa featuring lavish bamboo decorations, a folk dance parade, the Tanabata Orihime Contest, and community stalls, centered around the west exit of Fussa Station.
About Fussa Tanabata Festival
Fussa Tanabata Festival is a Tanabata community festival held mainly around the west exit of Fussa Station in Fussa, Tokyo.
It began in Showa 26 to promote the shopping district and is now an established local event featuring bamboo decorations, parades, and stalls.
The festival brings color to summer in Fussa, with local residents and businesses taking part.
Source: 第76回 福生七夕まつり／東京の観光公式サイトGO TOKYO / 福生市観光協会
Festival highlights
Highlights include the lavish bamboo decorations that brighten the shopping district and the folk dance parade that brings the festival to life.
The Tanabata Orihime Contest is also an annual event, held as a festive attraction unique to Fussa.
Community stalls line the street in front of city hall, so you can enjoy both the decorations and local vendors.
A summer Tanabata festival in Fussa, enlivened by bamboo decorations and community events
What to expect
At the venue, you can enjoy events such as the folk dance parade and the Tanabata Orihime Contest while admiring the bamboo decorations displayed in the shopping district.
Community stalls line the street in front of city hall, where you can also visit local vendors during the festival.
In 2026, the festival ran from daytime until evening on August 7 and the 8th, and until evening on the 9th.
How to take part
Visitors can watch the event.
参加費：無料
Location and access
- Venue and address
Around the west exit of Fussa Station.
Event venue 東京都福生市 福生駅西口
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Dates and season
2026 Event Information (The listed dates have passed)
The 2026 Fussa Tanabata Festival was held from August 7 (Friday) through the 9th (Sunday).
The festival runs from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the 7th and 8th, and from 1 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the 9th.
The festival takes place in Fussa, and the 2026 event has ended.
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Origins and History of Fussa Tanabata Festival
Fussa Tanabata Festival began in 1951 (Showa 26) July, inspired by Sendai Tanabata and with the aim of promoting the shopping district.
The following year, businesses from throughout Fussa Town took part, and the bamboo decoration contest also began.
Fussa’s own wall decorations appeared in 1956, and a parade was introduced in 1968, as the festival developed into an event involving local businesses and residents.
Source: 福生七夕まつり - Wikipedia
Official information
For the latest event information and schedule, see the “Fussa Tanabata Festival” page on the official Fussa City website.
Information for the 76th festival in 2026 lists the area around the west exit of Fussa Station as the venue.
Source: 福生七夕まつり｜東京都福生市公式ホームページ
Fussa Tanabata Festival at a Glance
Fussa Tanabata Festival is a summer community festival centered around the west exit of Fussa Station, featuring bamboo decorations, a folk dance parade, the Tanabata Orihime Contest, and community stalls.
It began in 1951 to promote the shopping district and has taken root in the community over its long history.
In 2026, it was held from August 7 through the 9th.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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