The 5th Moonlit Bamboo Lantern Festival (Kangetsu-sai) at Myokoji Temple: October 24–25, 2026

The enchanting Moonlit Bamboo Lantern Festival (Kangetsu-sai) returns to Myokoji Temple this autumn.
Located approximately an eight-minute walk from Nankai Izumisano Station, the temple grounds will be illuminated by around 1,000 taketōrō bamboo lanterns.
Each lantern is carefully handcrafted from bamboo harvested by local residents at Izumisano Kyuryo Ryokuchi Park. Their soft glow gently lights up the autumn night.
This magical evening is sure to become a special memory of your visit to Izumisano.

Two Distinct Ways to Enjoy Kangetsu-sai
🎶 October 24 (Sat.) | Bamboo Lanterns, Live Performances and Food
• A Sōran dance and wind ensemble performance by Shinike Junior High School
• Traditional Japanese dance, known as nihon buyō, performed by Kasenkai
• A live performance by the Okinawan-inspired party band Wauke Band
• An acoustic performance by singer-songwriter Sae Banjoya
• Food and refreshments from food trucks (charges apply), and more

🌙 October 25 (Sun.) | An Enchanting Evening of Bamboo Lanterns and DJ Music
• Music presented by a DJ inside the temple’s main hall
• An enchanting fusion of bamboo lantern light and music in the serene and reverent surroundings of Myokoji Temple

Please note that live performances and food trucks will be available on Saturday, October 24 only.

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📅 Date: October 24 (Sat.) and 25 (Sun.), 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
📍 Venue: Myokoji Temple 3-9-1 Ichiba Nishi, Izumisano, Osaka
🚉 Access: Approximately an eight-minute walk from Izumisano Station on the Nankai Line
As the area is expected to be busy during the event, visitors are encouraged to use public transportation.
💴 Admission: Free
Food and beverages are available for purchase.
The event will proceed in rainy weather but will be cancelled in the event of severe weather.

Organizer: Senshu Bamboo Lantern Executive Committee
🔗Official website：https://note.com/sensyutakeakari

🍷 Dining Near Izumisano Station to Enjoy with Kangetsu-sai
Myokoji Temple is within walking distance of Izumisano Station. Before or after Kangetsu-sai, why not stop by one of the nearby establishments and enjoy an evening in Izumisano?

🔗 LONE STAR
A casual American-style standing bar serving craft beer and light bites.
🔗 Kitchen＆bar 36KR
A conveniently located restaurant and bar offering European-inspired cuisine and wine.
🔗 Beer＆cocktail Pub An
A cozy, tucked-away pub serving food and a wide selection of cocktails.
🔗 cafe＆bar moto
A retro-style café and bar located just moments from Izumisano Station.