Written by JC Team
Onomichi is a world heritage listed town on the Seto Inland Sea in Hiroshima Prefecture made famous in the classic Ozu film Tokyo Story (1953).
What happens?
Despite the love of things traditional here, the lanterns are rather more contemporary than you will find elsewhere, decorated with colorful pictures.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.
Oct 18–Oct 19, 2025
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6:00pm – 8:30pm
尾道灯りまつり
Free
Official site
⚠️ Link in Japanese
Postponed to the following day in event of rain.
Onomichi Station
Use the Japan Rail Pass to get here.
Use the Japan Rail Pass to get here.