Kiryu Events

We've compiled a year's worth of Kannon-in fairs and Kiryu festivals and markets. Estimated travel times from Kannon-in to each venue are also included.

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⚠️ Dates and content listed may change. In particular,events may be canceled or postponed in case of rain or severe weather. Please check the official website of the organizer for the latest information before you go.

November 2026

Saturday, November 7, 2026

🛍 Kiryu Tenmangu Antique Market

Kiryu Tenmangu (Tenjincho, Kiryu City)

Recommended ★★★☆☆Couples, Solo Travelers, FamiliesEnjoyable even if you don't understand the language

An antique market held on the first Saturday of every month at Kiryu Tenmangu Shrine, located at the northern end of Kiryu Shinmachi. About 80 shops selling old folk crafts and antiques line up.

From the shukubo to the venue(Approximate distance from a straight line) Kannon-in 19 min walk

Sunrise to sunset on the first Saturday of every month. There may be a break in November due to Shichi-Go-San.

See the latest information on the official website (Travel Yomiuri (tabi-mag)) ↗

Mid to late November 2026 (approximate)Dates are approximate

🌸 Autumn leaves at Kannon-in (estimated best viewing time)

Hagiri Jizoson Kannon-in Temple grounds

Recommended ★★★☆☆Couples, solo travelers, familiesEnjoyable even if you don't understand the language

The trees around the main gate and on the temple grounds change color. It is recommended to visit in the morning when there are fewer people.

From the shukubo to the venue(Approximate distance from a straight line) Kannon-in Temple grounds

Varies by year

See the latest information on the official website (Temple Hotel Kannon-in) ↗

November 19 (Thu) - 20 (Fri), 2026

🏮 Kiryu Nishinomiya Shrine Ebisu-ko Festival

Kiryu Nishinomiya Shrine (Miyamoto-cho, Kiryu City)

Recommended ★★★★☆Families, couples, solo travelers, groupsEnjoyable even if you don't understand the language

This is a large autumn festival in Kiryu, where people pray for business prosperity and family safety. Over 200,000 people visit each year.

From the shukubo to the venue(Approximate distance from a straight line) Kannon-in 16 min walk

Annually on November 19 (Eve Festival) and 20 (Main Festival)

See the latest information on the official website (GLOBAL LIFE TRAVEL (Kiryu City Tourism Exchange Division 0277-46-1111)) ↗

Tuesday, November 24, 2026

🙏 Enginichi (temple fair) at Higiri Jizoson Kannon-in (24th of every month)

Higiri Jizoson Kannon-in (Kiryu City Higashi)

Recommended ★★★★★Families, couples, solo travelers, groupsRecommended for international visitors

At Kannon-in, which enshrines Higiri Jizoson, the 24th of every month is an enginichi. Stalls line the temple grounds, and many worshippers gather. There are also special goshuin (temple seals) available only on enginichi.

From shukubo to venue(Approximate straight-line distance) Kannon-in temple grounds

Every 24th of the month. Special goshuin are available only on enginichi.

See the latest information on the official website (Temple Hotel Kannon-in) ↗

December 2026

Saturday, December 5, 2026

🛍 Kiryu Tenmangu Antique Market

Kiryu Tenmangu (Kiryu City Tenjincho)

Recommended ★★★☆☆Couples, solo travelers, familiesEnjoyable even if you don't understand the language

This antique market is held on the first Saturday of every month at Kiryu Tenmangu, located at the northern end of Kiryu Shinmachi. About 80 stalls selling old folk tools and antiques line the grounds.

From shukubo to venue(Approximate straight-line distance) Kannon-in 19-minute walk

See the latest information on the official website (Ryoko Yomiuri (tabi-mag)) ↗

Thursday, December 24, 2026

🙏 Enginichi (temple fair) at Higiri Jizoson Kannon-in (24th of every month)

Higiri Jizoson Kannon-in (Kiryū City, Azuma)

Recommended ★★★★★Families, couples, solo travelers, groupsRecommended for international visitors

At Kannon-in, which enshrines Higiri Jizoson, the 24th of every month is a temple festival day. Stalls line the temple grounds, bustling with many worshippers. There are also special goshuin (temple seals) available only on festival days.

From shukubo to venue(Approximate straight-line distance) Kannon-in grounds

See the latest information on the official website (Temple Hotel Kannon-in) ↗

January 2027

Monday, January 11, 2027Dates are approximate

🛍 Kiryu Tenmangu Antique Market

Kiryu Tenmangu (Kiryū City, Tenjin-cho)

Recommended ★★★☆☆Couples, solo travelers, familiesEnjoyable even if you don't understand the language

This is an antique market held on the first Saturday of every month at Kiryu Tenmangu, located at the northern end of Kiryu Shinmachi. About 80 stalls selling old folk tools and antiques line up.

From shukubo to venue(Approximate straight-line distance) Kannon-in 19-minute walk

Held on Coming-of-Age Day in January

See the latest information on the official website (Ryoko Yomiuri (tabi-mag)) ↗

Sunday, January 24, 2027

🙏 Higiri Jizoson Kannon-in Temple Festival (24th of every month)

Higiri Jizoson Kannon-in (Kiryū City, Azuma)

Recommended ★★★★★Families, couples, solo travelers, groupsRecommended for international visitors

At Kannon-in, which enshrines the Higiri Jizo, the 24th of every month is a special temple fair day. Shops line the temple grounds, and many worshippers gather. There are also special goshuin (temple seals) available only on fair days.

From shukubo to venue(Approximate straight-line distance) Kannon-in grounds

See the latest information on the official website (Temple Hotel Kannon-in) ↗

August 2027

Early August 2027 (planned)Dates are approximate

🏮 Kiryu Yagibushi Festival

Central Kiryu City (around Honcho-dori, Suehirocho-dori, and Nishikicho-dori)

Recommended ★★★★★Families, couples, solo travelers, groupsRecommended for international visitors

This is Kiryu's representative summer festival. People dance to the Yagibushi around a large yagura (scaffolding) set up in the town.

From shukubo to venue(Approximate straight-line distance) Kannon-in 12-minute walk

Held from August 7 (Fri) to 9 (Sun) in 2026

See the latest information on the official website (Kiryu Yagibushi Festival Sponsorship Association) ↗

Ledger last updated: 2026-11-01

Stay at Kannon-in

If you stay the day before the temple fair, you can spend time on the temple grounds from the morning chanting until the fair.

Temple Hotel Kannon-in

Gunma Prefecture, Kiryu City

A shukubo (temple lodging) rented out to one group per day, with exclusive use of the grounds