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UPCOMINGMatsuri· Annual
Sakai Matsuri
堺まつり
Osaka · Kansai
Sakai's largest annual festival — matchlock-gun (teppo) demonstrations, futon-daiko carrying, and a large tea ceremony honoring Sakai's history as Sen no Rikyū's hometown.
- Dates
- October 17–18Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Location
- Osaka · Kansai
- Nearest station
- Sakaihigashi Station · 7 min walk
- Crowd level
- Local attendance
- Entry
- Paid admission
- Official site
- sakai-tcb.or.jp/about-sakai/sakaimatsuri
Happens every year
What to expect
A historic port city's largest festival, blending samurai-era matchlock demonstrations with tea ceremony.
Best viewing tips
The detailed programme (parade route, stage times, any paid seating) is only published on the festival's own site from around September, so confirm the day's timings close to your visit.
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