Miyako-hime Yosakoi Festival

Festival highlights

A highlight is the yosakoi performances presented on the special stage.

In 2026, the festival began with all the yosakoi teams performing the group dance together, followed by performances from each team in turn.

Performances also take place on the substage set up on the lawn in front of the playground equipment, and the festival concludes with mochi-throwing from the special stage.

Source: 宮子姫よさこい祭り2026｜祭り・イベント｜和歌山県公式観光サイト

A day of Miyako-hime Yosakoi, connecting Gobo’s hometown through dance

What to expect

At the venue, all the teams first perform the group dance together, followed by performances from each team.

You can enjoy performances not only on the main special stage, but also on the substage on the lawn in front of the playground equipment.

After the full program, mochi are thrown to bring the festival day to a close.

Location and access

Venue and address

Gobo General Sports Park (1123 Shioya-cho, Gobo, Wakayama Prefecture)

Train and bus

In 2026, no shuttle bus will run between Gobo Station and the venue.

Parking

The “multipurpose field” inside the venue is available for use.

Source: Miyako-hime Yosakoi Festival

Address 1123 Shioya-cho, Gobo, Wakayama Prefecture

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Dates and season

2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)

The 2026 event was held on May 10 (Sunday), starting at 9:30 a.m.

It is scheduled to go ahead in light rain and be canceled in severe weather.

The 2026 event information lists the date as May 10.

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Tips for your visit

The event goes ahead in light rain but is canceled in severe weather.

In 2026, there will be no shuttle bus between Gobo Station and the venue, so if you plan to use public transportation, you will need to check other travel options.

If you are driving, the multipurpose field inside the venue serves as the parking lot.

Nearby attractions

Nearby sightseeing spots listed include Teramachi, Dojoji Temple, Enju Beach, Kawabe Tennis Park, and Kawabe Astronomical Park.

Other destinations include Mikuniyama, Kaeru Bridge, Ubu-yu Beach, and Mount Mazuma.

You can consider sightseeing destinations around Gobo City alongside your visit to the festival.

Origins and History of Miyako-hime Yosakoi Festival

The festival began in 2006 and was initially called “Ikora DE Festival.”

The venue moved from the grounds of Gobo Municipal Gobo Elementary School to locations including Seseragi Square at the Hidaka River Waterside Park, and the event period also changed from April to May.

It adopted its current name in 2010, and from 2012 onward it was also held at Gobo General Sports Park.

Official information

Event information is available on the official website of the Miyako-hime Yosakoi Festival Executive Committee and in Gobo City’s announcements.

Details for 2026 include the venue, dates and times, program, and access information.

Miyako-hime Yosakoi Festival at a Glance

This festival at Gobo General Sports Park features yosakoi teams performing the group dance and distinctive dances of their own.

Performances on the substage and the final mochi-throwing are also highlights.

The event values local culture and human connection, and aims to bring vitality to Gobo and Hidaka.