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Benkei Matsuri
弁慶まつり
Wakayama · Kansai
A Tanabe City festival honoring warrior-monk Musashibo Benkei. Day 1 evening reenacts the Kumano naval clash of the Genpei War at Tojin Shrine; Day 2 features city-wide and beach events with geta-dance, yosakoi, taiko drumming, and evening fireworks.
- Dates
- October 2–3Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Start time
- 18:30
- Location
- Wakayama · Kansai
- Nearest station
- Kii-Tanabe Station (10 min walk)
- Crowd level
- Local attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
- Official site
Happens every year
What to expect
Historical reenactment blended with modern dance performances.
Best viewing tips
Day 1 evening reenactment starts 18:30; Day 2 events start 10:00.
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