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Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival

The Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival, held in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, from July 3 to July 5, 2026, is recognized as one of the largest Star Festivals (Tanabata) in the Kantō region.

Date
Jul 3-5, 2026
Location
Hiratsuka
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Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival
Date
Jul 3-5, 2026
Location
Hiratsuka
Traditional Festival Tanabata Star Festival

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Highlights

  • One of the biggest Star Festivals in the Kantō region
The Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival is an annual celebration taking place in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture. Scheduled from July 3 to July 5, 2026, this festival is a significant cultural event.

It is notably one of the biggest Star Festivals, or Tanabata, celebrated within Japan's Kantō region, drawing attention for its scale and tradition.

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