Hamakko Daruma Festival

Festival highlights

One of the main highlights in 2026 is the Hamakko Costume Parade, which proceeds to music performed by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Band.

Participants are expected to join the parade in costumes of their own choosing, from cute and stylish to quirky.

Stage performances, yatai stalls, food trucks, and a children’s festival area are also planned, offering something for people of all ages.

A Higashi-Maizuru festival that brings the wish to rise after setbacks to life through costumes and music

What to expect

For 2026, the event was listed as scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Hamakko Costume Parade is scheduled to start at 1 p.m.

Participants in costumes parade to music performed by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Band. Children who take part in the parade receive a participation prize.

Stage performances, yatai stalls, food trucks, and a children’s festival area are also planned at the venue.

How to take part

For 2026, information was provided on taking part in the parade in costume.

Parade participation is free, and children receive a participation prize.

Participation prizes may be limited in number.

For 2026, information was provided on applications to join the Hamakko Costume Parade, apply for a vendor booth, perform on stage, and cancel applications.

Applications are handled on a first-come, first-served basis, and will close once capacity is reached.

The parade’s gathering time, meeting place, and route will be posted on the website once decided.

Location and access

Venue and address

Yashima 7-jo and Yashima Park; around Hama, Maizuru / the urban area of Higashi District, Maizuru City, Hama, Maizuru, Kyoto 625-0036

Train and bus

Take the JR Maizuru Line and get off at Higashi-Maizuru Station.

Address Hama, Maizuru, Kyoto 625-0036

Dates and season

2026 event information (the dates listed have passed)

2026年11月1日（日）10:00〜17:00。

はまっこ仮装パレードは13:00から。

The event is scheduled to go ahead in light rain.

Accommodation and hotels PR

Tips for your visit

For 2026, the event was scheduled to go ahead in light rain.

Participation prizes for the parade may be limited in number. The gathering time, meeting place, and route are expected to be announced once decided.

Nearby attractions

Near the venue are the Maizuru City Red Brick Museum, Maizuru Red Brick Park, Maizuru City Hall Memorial Hall, and harbor sightseeing cruises featuring sites connected with the navy.

According to the Kyoto Prefecture Tourism Federation, all of these are listed as tourist attractions near the festival venue.

Origins and History of Hamakko Daruma Festival

The Hamakko Daruma Festival began with the hope of Maizuru’s recovery and development after the war, inspired by the daruma’s spirit of falling seven times and rising eight.

The Kyoto Prefecture Tourism Federation introduces the festival as having begun with the hope of Maizuru’s postwar revitalization.

It is described as a festival with a long history in the Higashi-Maizuru area.

Official information

For inquiries, contact the Higashi-Maizuru Shopping Street Federation Cooperative.

Phone: 0773-64-4844. Address: Hama 373, Maizuru, Kyoto 625-0036.

Hamakko Daruma Festival at a Glance

The Hamakko Daruma Festival is a festival in the Higashi-Maizuru area that began with the hope of Maizuru’s recovery and development after the war, inspired by the daruma’s ability to fall seven times and rise eight.

For 2026, the event was listed as scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. around Yashima 7-jo and Yashima Park.

A costume parade with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Band is scheduled to start at 1 p.m.

Stage performances, yatai stalls, food trucks, and a children’s festival area are also planned, and parade participation is free.