Akita Tanabata Star Festivals

3 events

3 Tanabata events in Akita for 2026.

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Aug 1 – Aug 2, 2026

Kosaka Tanabata Festival

Kosaka, Akita

Joint procession of community-made warrior-figure floats

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Aug 2 – Aug 3, 2026

Noshiro Tanabata Tenku no Fuyajo

Noshiro, Akita

Japan's tallest 24.1-meter castle lantern 'Chikasue'

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Aug 5 – Aug 7, 2026

Tanabata Edoro Lantern Festival

Yuzawa, Akita

Glowing painted lanterns of ukiyo-e beauties