A summer festival in Sannai Maruyama where learning about and experiencing the Jomon period come together
Sannai Maruyama Jomon Summer Festival
The 2026 edition of Sannai Maruyama Jomon Summer Festival has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/07/18 〜 2026/07/19Ended
- Season / frequency
- Summer
- Location
- Sannai Maruyama Site Center
- Area
- Aomori Prefecture・Aomori City(From Tokyo: approx. 3 h–3 h 30 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
- Participation / viewing
- Spectators welcome
- Participation fee
- Free
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
The Sannai Maruyama Jomon Summer Festival offers visitors a chance to explore Jomon culture through activities such as a quiz rally and an excavation experience. With stage performances and a craft shop as well, there is a wide range of activities to enjoy at the Sannai Maruyama Site Center.
About Sannai Maruyama Jomon Summer Festival
Held at the Sannai Maruyama Site Center, the Sannai Maruyama Jomon Summer Festival is a summer event where visitors can enjoy hands-on activities and performances celebrating Jomon culture.
Activities such as a quiz rally, an excavation experience, and hands-on activities with excavated artifacts let visitors engage with the site and its finds.
Jomon rakugo, a Jomon character show, dance performances, food trucks, and a craft shop add to the festival atmosphere.
Festival highlights
The highlights are hands-on activities that bring the Jomon period to life.
You can deepen your knowledge as you make your way around the venue on the quiz rally, and get hands-on with the site and artifacts through an excavation experience and hands-on activities with excavated artifacts.
There are also rakugo performances themed around the Jomon period, a character show, and dance performances, as well as craft shops and food trucks.
A summer festival in Sannai Maruyama where learning about and experiencing the Jomon period come together
What to expect
Visitors can take part in the quiz rally and join the excavation experience and hands-on activities with excavated artifacts.
Visitors can enjoy both hands-on activities and performances, including Jomon rakugo, a Jomon character show, and dance performances.
After checking out the various activities, you could enjoy food from the food trucks and browse the craft shop.
How to take part
Activities for visitors include an excavation experience and hands-on activities with excavated artifacts.
A quiz rally is also available, so visitors can enjoy the venue through hands-on activities as well as by viewing the exhibits.
Check the event information at the time of the festival for details on how to register for each activity and any participant limits.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Sannai Maruyama Site Center (305 Sannai Maruyama, Aomori, Aomori Prefecture)
- Train and bus
Take the city bus bound for “Sannai Maruyama Site” from JR Aomori Station; the ride takes about 30–40 minutes. Get off at “Sannai Maruyama Site-mae.”
The Nebutan-go takes about 30–40 minutes from the west exit of Aomori Station.
From JR Shin-Aomori Station, take the Nebutan-go for about 15 minutes and get off at “Sannai Maruyama Site-mae.”
- By car
About 10 minutes from JR Shin-Aomori Station and about 5 minutes from Aomori I.C.
- Parking
Parking is available for about 10 large vehicles and 500 regular cars.
Source: 交通アクセス | 特別史跡「三内丸山遺跡」
Address 305 Sannai Maruyama, Aomori, Aomori Prefecture
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
The 2026 event is scheduled for July 18 (Saturday) and Sunday the 19th, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
Some events may be changed or canceled due to weather conditions and other factors.
Accommodation and hotels PR
Showing nearby accommodation.
Prices and availability are current at the time of retrieval. For multi-night stays, only the first night’s price is shown. Confirm the final price and directions to the venue with the booking provider. Select your dates again when using the area search link. Search area: within 3 km of Central Aomori Prefecture / Aomori City (the search is not centered on the festival venue)
Tips for your visit
The venue is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., but the last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
Some event details may change or events may be canceled depending on the weather, so it is a good idea to check the event status before setting out.
If you plan to take part in the excavation experience, wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move easily.
Nearby attractions
The Sannai Maruyama Site is listed as a related spot near the venue.
Since you can visit a site associated with the same Jomon culture featured at the summer festival, you can deepen your understanding of the site alongside your festival experience.
Check the details of visiting conditions and opening status for nearby spots before your visit.
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Event information is listed on Amazing AOMORI, Aomori Prefecture’s tourism information website.
The Sannai Maruyama Site Center is also listed as the venue and a contact point.
Sannai Maruyama Jomon Summer Festival at a Glance
The Sannai Maruyama Jomon Summer Festival is an event where visitors can experience and enjoy performances celebrating Jomon culture at the Sannai Maruyama Site Center.
Activities include a quiz rally, an excavation experience, and hands-on activities with excavated artifacts, along with Jomon rakugo, dance performances, and shops.
The 2026 event is scheduled for July 18 and 19, and admission is listed as free.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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