An art festival celebrating Shigaraki ware and the appeal of the town
Shigaraki Machinaka Art Festival
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Season / frequency
- Past editions have been held between October and November.
- Area
- Shiga Prefecture・Koka City(From Tokyo: approx. 2 h 20 min–3 h · bullet train + connecting 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
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
This art festival showcases ceramic culture and the appeal of the region in Shigaraki, a center of Shigaraki ware production.
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Photographer: Motokoka File:Shingu shrine, Koka city.jpg / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 Own work by the contributorDisplay size only adjusted.May differ from the event currently featured.About Shigaraki Machinaka Art Festival
The Shigaraki Machinaka Art Festival is an art festival showcasing the culture of Shigaraki ware in Shigaraki, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture.
It was planned to share widely the appeal of Shigaraki, whose identity has been shaped as a center of ceramic production, and to support Shigaraki ware and regional revitalization.
The festival is held mainly in the town center, offering opportunities to experience locally rooted culture and art.
Source: 信楽まちなか芸術祭 - Wikipedia
Festival highlights
One highlight is experiencing ceramics and local culture together in the heart of Shigaraki, a center of Shigaraki ware production.
Past editions have used venues including central Shigaraki, Shiga Prefectural Ceramic Cultural Park, MIHO MUSEUM, and the Shigaraki Traditional Industry Hall.
This art festival invites visitors to explore and learn about ceramic culture and the appeal of the region through exhibitions and other programs.
Source: 信楽まちなか芸術祭 シガラキマニア | 滋賀県観光情報［公式観光サイト］滋賀・びわ湖のすべてがわかる！
An art festival celebrating Shigaraki ware and the appeal of the town
What to expect
Past editions were structured around exhibitions held in central Shigaraki and related facilities, offering visitors a chance to experience Shigaraki ware and local culture.
The 4th edition was planned around 4 projects—“Learn,” “Nurture,” “Meet,” and “Eat”—and presented both in person and online.
A basic way to enjoy the event is to walk around the venues and discover artworks and local initiatives.
Location and access
- Address
Koka City
Host municipality 滋賀県甲賀市
This map shows the surrounding area, not the exact venue location.
Dates and season
- Season
Past editions have been held between October and November.
Accommodation and hotels PR
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Nearby attractions
MIHO MUSEUM
滋賀県甲賀市にある博物館
大鳥神社
滋賀県甲賀市にある神社
滋賀サファリ博物館
滋賀県甲賀市信楽町にある博物館
滋賀県立陶芸の森
滋賀県甲賀市の信楽高原にある博物館研究施設
甲賀の里忍術村
滋賀県甲賀市にあるテーマパーク
甲賀流忍術屋敷
滋賀県甲賀市にある忍者屋敷
矢川神社
滋賀県甲賀市甲南町森尻にある神社
飯道山
滋賀県甲賀市と湖南市の境にある山
Origins and History of Shigaraki Machinaka Art Festival
The Shigaraki Machinaka Art Festival was planned as an initiative to showcase the culture of Shigaraki ware and the appeal of Shigaraki as a production center, while helping revitalize the region.
The first edition was held in 2010, followed by editions in 2013, 2016, and 2021.
The 4th edition in 2021 was held under the theme “ARCHIVES FOR THE FUTURE: In Search of the Future,” combining exhibitions with online programming.
Shigaraki Machinaka Art Festival at a Glance
The Shigaraki Machinaka Art Festival is an art festival showcasing the ceramic culture of Shigaraki, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture.
Past editions have featured exhibitions and other programs at venues including central Shigaraki and facilities related to ceramics.
2010年から複数回開催されています。
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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