Discover the appeal of fish and the lively atmosphere of the sea at Maizuru’s port
Maizuru Fish Festival
The 2026 edition of Maizuru Fish Festival has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/09/27Ended
- Season / frequency
- Every autumn, usually on the first Sunday of October / Every year
- Location
- Kyoto Prefectural Fisheries Cooperative (around the Maizuru Fisheries Distribution Center)
- Area
- Kyoto Prefecture・Maizuru City(From Tokyo: approx. 2 h 10 min–2 h 40 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
- Wishes behind the festival
- Participation / viewing
- Spectators welcome
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
This port-town event celebrates Maizuru’s fish with fresh fish sales, fish-cutting demonstrations, and fish dishes.
About Maizuru Fish Festival
The Maizuru Fish Festival is held in Maizuru, Kyoto Prefecture, to promote the city’s fish.
It was started by members of the fisheries cooperative, who wanted people to become familiar with Maizuru’s fish and discover how delicious it is.
Through fresh fish sales and fish-food events, visitors can experience the appeal of the fishing industry in the port town of Maizuru.
Source: まいづる魚まつり - Wikipedia
Festival highlights
Highlights include a bluefin tuna cutting demonstration, bargain sales of fresh fish, and an auction open to local residents.
In addition to free servings of fisherman’s hot pot, there are seafood barbecues, fish sushi, and live sales demonstrations of grilled chikuwa and tempura.
Children can enjoy activities such as turban shell fishing, along with a variety of events while sampling fish.
Discover the appeal of fish and the lively atmosphere of the sea at Maizuru’s port
What to expect
The venue features fresh fish sales, prepared dishes, and live sales demonstrations, so visitors can enjoy eating fish as well as buying it.
One way to enjoy the event is to watch the bluefin tuna cutting demonstration and fish auction, then sample the free fisherman’s hot pot.
Activities for children are also held, and in some years there are performances by a band and boat cruises for visitors.
How to take part
Visitors can enjoy the event, which also features a fish auction involving local residents and activities for children.
In 2026, announcements included an Ine tuna butchering demonstration and sale, as well as a public tour and sale at the training vessel of the marine high school.
Please follow the event-day guidance for the scope of public participation and the conditions for each activity.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Around the Maizuru Fisheries Distribution Center.
Aza Shimo-Yasuku, Maizuru, Kyoto Prefecture 624-0914.
The 2026 information lists the Kyoto Prefectural Fisheries Cooperative, 1013 Aza Shimo-Yasuku, Maizuru, Kyoto Prefecture.
- Train and bus
From Nishi-Maizuru Station on the JR Maizuru Line or Kyoto Tango Railway Miyamai Line, take a Kyoto Kotsu bus to Hirokoji, then walk about 10 minutes.
- By car
It is a 20-minute drive from the Maizuru-Nishi IC on the Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway.
Source: まいづる魚まつり | イベント一覧 | 京都府観光連盟公式サイト
Address 1013 Aza Shimo-Yasuku, Maizuru, Kyoto Prefecture 624-0914
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
The event is held in autumn each year; previous information lists it as taking place on the first Sunday of October.
For 2026, the event was scheduled for September 27 (Sun), from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The venue is around the Kyoto Prefectural Fisheries Cooperative.
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Tips for your visit
Fresh fish can sell out quickly, so if you plan to buy some, it is best to arrive early.
Visitors are advised that traffic congestion can occur around the venue due to cars arriving for the event.
The 2026 event was scheduled to run from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., so check the times of individual events and sales availability at the venue.
Nearby attractions
Nearby attractions include the Maizuru Kamaboko Handmade Experience Workshop, Maizuru City Local History Museum, Tanabe Castle Museum, and Maizuru Park.
Roadside Station Maizuru Port Tore Tore Center is another nearby attraction.
If you plan to visit any of these places while attending the fish festival, check their operating status and hours.
Origins and History of Maizuru Fish Festival
The Maizuru Fish Festival has continued in connection with the activities of the Maizuru Fisheries Distribution Cooperative.
According to the cooperative’s history, the 1st Maizuru Fish Festival was held in September 1990 (Heisei 2).
As an event promoting fish, it has carried on traditions such as fresh fish sales and fish-cutting demonstrations.
Source: 組合 概要 - 舞鶴水産流通協同組合
Official information
The event is organized by the Maizuru Fisheries Distribution Cooperative.
The 2026 information lists the Maizuru Fisheries Distribution Cooperative’s “Maizuru Fish Festival” page as the official URL.
For inquiries, contact the Maizuru Fisheries Distribution Cooperative at 0773-75-3275.
Maizuru Fish Festival at a Glance
The Maizuru Fish Festival is an autumn event where you can learn about, buy, and savor Maizuru’s fish.
The festival offers activities unique to a port town, including a bluefin tuna cutting demonstration, fresh fish sales, fish dishes, and activities for children.
The 2026 event was scheduled to take place on September 27 around the Maizuru Fisheries Distribution Center.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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