Food festivals in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion Yamakasa

  • ★ 4.8
  • 1 to 15 July 2027Expected
  • Fukuoka, Japan
  • Free entry

Expected dates, not yet confirmed by the organiser. The dates below follow a previous edition and are our best estimate; check the official site before booking around them.

Hakata Gion Yamakasa runs July 1 to 15 every year with a climax race at 04:59 on July 15. One-ton kazariyamakasa floats parade Hakata, food carts fill.

Hotels for these datesFood tours in Fukuoka from ¥14,700Official siteAdd to calendar

Food tours in Fukuoka: Fukuoka: Nakasu Private Yatai Food Stall Guided Tour · ★ 4.6 (86)

Dates and details checked June 1, 2026 by against the organiser's site.

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Where to eat in Hakata

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Our picks in Hakata, where the festival is.

Kasanoya Dazaifu Bakery · Hakata★ 4.6 Kasanoya Umegae Mochi Japanese · Hakata★ 4.6 Maki no Udon Hakata Bus Terminal Japanese · Hakata★ 4.0

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Hakata Gion Yamakasa is expected 1-15 Jul 2027, dates not yet confirmed by the organiser. These are the food tours and tastings in Fukuoka to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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Getting there and staying

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Where

Kushida Shrine, 1-41 Kamikawabata-machi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-0026

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Hotels in Fukuoka around 1 to 15 July 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.

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