Culture & Tradition

Okinawa All-Island Eisa Festival 2026

Name: Okinawa All-Island Eisa Festival 2026
Start: 2026-08-28
End: 2026-08-30
Location: Koza Athletic Stadium

The largest Eisa festival in Okinawa, held in Okinawa City every late August. Youth associations from across the prefecture perform traditional Eisa drum dances at Koza Athletic Stadium. The 3-day event features the Michijunee parade, regional youth performances, and the All-Island Eisa finale.

About Okinawa All-Island Eisa Festival

The largest traditional Eisa festival in Okinawa Prefecture, held annually in Okinawa City after the Old Bon period. Started in 1956 as the "All-Island Eisa Contest," it now attracts over 300,000 visitors over three days.

Three-Day Program

Day 1 (Fri): Michijunee parade around Goya Crossroads
Day 2 (Sat): Okinawa City Youth Festival at Koza Athletic Stadium
Day 3 (Sun): All-Island Eisa Finale featuring selected groups from across Okinawa

Access

Main venue: Koza Athletic Stadium (2-1-1 Moromizato, Okinawa City)
Free general seating; reserved main stand seats sold in advance
Recommended to use public transport or shuttle buses

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Event Info

Date: August 28, 2026 – August 30, 2026
Venue: Koza Athletic Stadium
Address: 2-1-1 Moromizato, Okinawa City, Okinawa
Fee: Free general seating / Main stand reserved seats: SS 4,000 yen, S 3,300 yen, A 2,000 yen (advance sale)
Official Website: Visit Website

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