Tanabata Festival at the Ando Residence

Jun 24 – Jul 6, 2026Est. from last year

Ando Residence (Important Cultural Property)

Minami-Alps, YamanashiChubu

HIGHLIGHTS

Tanabata in a 300-year-old residence with traditional local Tanabata dolls

About This Event

A Tanabata festival held annually at the Ando Residence (former village headman's house), a nationally designated important cultural property built in 1708. Against the backdrop of a residence retaining the look of the Edo period some 300 years ago and a lush garden, bamboo decorations and wish strips are arranged, and the region's traditional long-sleeved Tanabata dolls are displayed. A formal Tanabata display based on the Ogasawara school of etiquette lets visitors experience local heritage. Guests can write and hang their own wishes, savoring the festival in a historic setting. Free parking, including for large buses, is available.

TanabataCultural PropertyTanabata DollsWish Strips

Event Information

Dates: Jun 24 – Jul 6, 2026Est. from last year
Hours: 9:00-16:30 (last entry 16:00), closed Tuesdays
Admission: 300 yen general, 100 yen students, free for preschoolers (students free on Saturdays)
Venue: Ando Residence (Important Cultural Property)
Location: Minami-Alps, Yamanashi
Access: Via Route 52 from Minami-Alps IC, or 5 min walk from the Ando-ke Jutaku-kita bus stop
Date source: Based on last year's scheduleWe will update once officially announced.