Limited-time tour on September 1st and 2nd Join our special tour to Owara Kaze no Bon 2026, one of Japan’s most elegant and mesmerizing traditional festivals. Deep in the historic streets of Yatsuo, Toyama, you will witness thousands of dancers in straw hats moving in perfect unison to the haunting melodies of the kokyu (bowed lute) and shamisen.
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The Highlight
This is a private tour and an English-speaking guide will accompany the tour
We will provide a private vehicle and a private guide
A 300-year tradition – the enchanting dance of the town of wind, Owara Kaze no Bon
The entire town is embraced by the spirit of Owara – the nostalgic charm of Yatsuo
The deeply worn woven hats create a mysterious and graceful allure
- Also stop by Nousaku, famous for its 400-year history of Takaoka casting.
- Tour departe from Kanazawa. ※Kanazawa is conveniently accessible by flight to Komatsu Airport（KMQ） ※ Shinkansen and limited express trains are available from Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto.
The Experience
Owara Kaze no Bon Festival Held annually from September 1st to 3rd, the Owara Kaze no Bon Festival is an event that heralds the arrival of autumn in Yatsuo, a district of Toyama City. Men and women wearing woven hats pulled low over their faces gracefully parade through the town to the melancholic melodies of kokyū, shamisen, and the traditional Etchū Owara folk songs. This dance has been passed down for over 300 years since the Edo period. Eleven local neighborhoods—collectively known as “Kyūchō” (Old Town)—each perform their own street processions. The elegant movements through this historic, slope-lined town evoke a deep sense of lyricism and refinement. During the Owara Kaze no Bon Festival, 11 neighborhood groups perform evening street dances from around 5:00 PM, each with unique dance styles, yukata designs, and song lyrics.
Nousaku Experience the Art of 400-Year-Old Takaoka Metal Casting Established in 1916, Nousaku is a leading metal casting manufacturer that keeps Takaoka's 400-year-old craftsmanship alive. While honoring time-tested techniques, Nousaku innovates by creating stylish, modern lifestyle products—most notably their flexible tableware made of 100% pure tin."
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Tour Operator Information Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd. Department Name: Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Chubu Team Address: Dainagoya Building 16F, 3-28-12 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, JAPAN, 450-6416 Tel: +81- 50-1752-8429 Registration No.: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Contact Information Department Name: Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Chubu Team Address: Dainagoya Building 16F, 3-28-12 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, JAPAN, 450-6416 Tel: +81- 50-1752-8429 Opening hour :10:00~18:00 (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
General Travel Services Manager: Kaku Imamura *The Tour Operations Manager is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office handling your travel arrangements. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.
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Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Itinerary
- Include: Snacks
- 13:15Meet up with your guide at JR Kanazawa Station ※West Exit side （Kanazawa-kou Exit） 13:30 PM Tour Start
- Visit NOUSAKU in Takaoka Free time（approx.60min)
- Owara Kaze no Bon Festival Stay: approx. 4 hrs We will take a shuttle bus from the parking lot to the festival venue.
- Owara Kaze no Bon Festival Stay: approx. 4 hrs. ※We will take a shuttle bus from the parking lot to the festival venue.
- Arrival at Kanazawa Station Estimated arrival time: 22:30 PM – 23:00 PM *Please note that we cannot guarantee the arrival time due to traffic conditions.
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- This is private tour
- Arrival time may vary depending on traffic conditions and local congestion
- After arrival, the bus will leave the venue. You cannot retrieve your luggage, so we recommend bringing only essential items.
The course will be held outdoors in the summer, please be careful to stay hydrated.
Please join the tour in comfortable clothing and walking shoes
In the event of cancellation due to severe weather: Cancellation by the day before departure**: Full refund of the tour fee. If the Festival show is canceled after the tour begins: We will refund a portion of the tour fee (the cost of 50% refund).
Important Booking Information
Arrival times may be significantly delayed due to traffic conditions. Thank you for your understanding.Free time schedules may change due to traffic conditions.
A minimum of two participants is required.
Participation is limited to those aged 6 and older
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 11 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 10 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)
