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Illumination· Annual

Kokura Castle Bamboo Lanterns

Name: Kokura Castle Bamboo Lanterns
Start: 2026-10-23
End: 2026-11-03
Location: Fukuoka, Japan

小倉城竹あかり

Fukuoka · Kyushu

The event features 30,000 bamboo lanterns illuminating the area around Kokura Castle's main keep, creating a majestic and fantastical scene. It began in 2019 as a response to the issue of abandoned bamboo forests in the region.

Dates: October 23 – November 3, 2026
Location: Fukuoka · Kyushu
Crowd level: Local attendance
Entry: Paid admission
Official site: kokura-castle.jp

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