Written by Greg Lane
This civic festival has been held annually in Ube City on the shores of the Seto Inland Sea since 1933.
What happens?
The festival features parades and various performances.
From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., there will be an opening parade, the Tokyo Disney Resort® Special Parade featuring Mickey and friends dancing to “Jamboree Mickey”, plus Nanban Ondo, citizen, hikiyama, and yosakoi parades.
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Around town, you’ll find taiko drumming, local performances, and the much-photographed Duffy Bus on display at Watanabe-ō Memorial Park, alongside food vendors, community booths, and family-friendly activities.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.
