Koinobori Niukawa River Crossing
Early Apr – May 5, 2026Est. from last year
Niukawa River (near Kudoyama Bridge)
Kudoyama, Ito District, WakayamaKansai
HIGHLIGHTS
100 koinobori crossing the Niukawa River at the foot of World Heritage Koyasan
About This Event
Since 1985, about 100 koinobori have been displayed crossing the 110m-wide Niukawa River in Kudoyama Town, Wakayama. Located at the foot of World Heritage Koyasan and associated with samurai Sanada Yukimura, the town provides a historic setting. Some koinobori are handmade by local students, adding a warm community touch. A recommended stop when visiting Koyasan.
Event Information
- Dates
- Early Apr – May 5, 2026Est. from last year
- Hours
- Viewable all day
- Admission
- Free
- Venue
- Niukawa River (near Kudoyama Bridge)
- Location
- Kudoyama, Ito District, Wakayama
- Access
- 10 min walk from Kudoyama Station (Nankai Koya Line)
- Date source
- Based on last year's scheduleWe will update once officially announced.
*The dates shown are estimates based on the previous year.
Information on this page may contain errors or become outdated. Please always check the official website for the latest details before visiting.
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