Nomubeya Kuubeya Festival

Festival highlights

Local eateries set up stalls at the venue, where you can enjoy beer and snacks amid the aroma of seafood grilling over charcoal.

At dusk, lanterns are lit, enveloping the venue in a festive atmosphere.

Highlights include stage performances by local groups, a grand prize drawing, and a karaoke contest featuring town residents, as well as mochi throwing toward the end of the event.

A summer send-off with Rishiri’s seafood and island nights

What to expect

Visitors can start by sampling local seafood and drinks at the food stalls set up at the Kutsugata town-center parking lot.

Performances by local groups, a grand prize drawing, and a karaoke contest featuring town residents take place at the venue. After dusk, the glow of the lanterns deepens the festive atmosphere.

The event ends with mochi throwing, bringing the whole venue to life.

How to take part

This is an event for visitors to enjoy food stalls, stage performances, mochi throwing, and more.

A karaoke contest featuring town residents is held, so the program also includes performances by local participants.

Check the event-day announcements to find out whether general visitors can take part in the karaoke contest or other activities.

The event features food stalls, stage performances, a grand prize drawing, a karaoke contest, mochi throwing, and more.

To enjoy food from the stalls, visit the individual vendors at the venue.

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Location and access

Venue and address

Special event venue at the Kutsugata town-center parking lot / 51 Kutsugata Honmachi, Rishiri Town, Rishiri District, Hokkaido

Train and bus

About a 15-minute walk from Kutsugata Port Ferry Terminal.

Parking

会場は沓形市街地駐車場特設会場です。

Address 51 Kutsugata Honmachi, Rishiri Town, Rishiri District, Hokkaido

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Dates and season

The event is scheduled for around late August in 2026.

It is described as an event usually held in late August.

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Tips for your visit

This food event brings together local eateries, where you can enjoy seafood, beer, and snacks.

Lanterns are lit at dusk, and there are stage performances and mochi throwing, so plan to enjoy both the food and the festivities.

Check the day’s announcements for event hours, food offerings, and the mochi-throwing time.

Nearby attractions

Nearby attractions include Kutsugata Cape Park, Rishiri Fureai Hot Spring, Kamui Terrace, and Mikaeridai Observatory.

Kutsugata Cape Park is a national park with a campground and walking trails.

Rishiri Fureai Hot Spring is used by island residents and visitors as a place to relax and unwind.

Source: みなとオアシスりしりとう・くつがた ｜北海道開発局

Official information

The contact is the Rishiri Town Chamber of Commerce.

The Island Calendar on the Rishiri Island Tourism Portal is listed as a related official website.

Check with the Rishiri Town Chamber of Commerce or the related official information for the latest details on the event date and program.

Nomubeya Kuubeya Festival at a Glance

Nomubeya Kuubeya Festival is a summer event where you can enjoy local food and drinks, held at the Kutsugata town-center parking lot in Rishiri Town.

Along with food stalls, the event features stage performances, a grand prize drawing, a karaoke contest featuring town residents, mochi throwing, and more.

2026年は8月下旬頃の開催予定です。