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Odawara Hōjō Godai Matsuri
小田原北條五代祭り
Kanagawa · Kanto
Free samurai-parade festival (~1,600 participants) around Odawara Castle Park commemorating the five generations of the Late Hōjō clan; 62nd edition. Opening ceremony 11:00, warrior parade 12:20-14:10.
- Dates
- May 3Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Start time
- 11:00
- Location
- Kanagawa · Kanto
- Nearest station
- Odawara Station · 10 min walk
- Crowd level
- Local attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
- Official site
Happens every year
What to expect
A large free samurai-warrior street parade around a historic castle park.
Best viewing tips
Free to watch along the parade route; opening ceremony 11:00, main procession 12:20-14:10.
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