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Every summer, Shipporyuji Temple in Inunakisan hosts the Otaki Festival & Waterfall Meditation Ritual, one of the area’s most distinctive traditional events. After the ceremonial fire is lit during the Saito Goma fire ritual, visitors can experience Takigyo (waterfall ascetic training) under the guidance of experienced practitioners. Surrounded by the lush forests of Inunakisan, this […]

🎐 Experience a Traditional Summer Festival by the Sea in Izumisano 🌟 One of Izumisano’s most beloved summer traditions, the Sanohama Four Neighborhood Summer Festival, returns this August! Organized jointly by the four historic neighborhoods of Shinmachi, Kasugacho, Nodecho, and Motomachi, this two-day festival is a wonderful opportunity to experience the warmth of the local […]

🌕 Experience the joys of summer in Izumisano through dance! Join us for Bon Odori, a traditional Japanese summer dance festival that has been cherished by locals for generations. It’s a lively event where visitors and residents come together in festive spirit. Slip on a yukata (summer kimono) and dance alongside the community under the […]

Enjoy a delightfully spooky summer evening at the 4th Night Market! 👻 Stroll through the covered shopping arcade filled with nostalgic Japanese festival stalls offering croquettes, fried chicken, shaved ice, and dagashi (traditional Japanese sweets and snacks). Try classic festival games like target shooting and Super Ball Scooping—a uniquely Japanese festival game. Bring your family […]

One of Izumisano’s signature summer events returns to the Rinku area near Kansai International Airport. The 49th Izumisano Folk Performing Arts Festival and the National Local Products Fair bring together traditional culture, local food, and community celebrations in a lively outdoor setting. Enjoy powerful taiko drum performances, Yosakoi dance, and traditional folk arts that have […]

Rinku EXPO 2026, a summer event featuring singing, Bon Odori dancing, and local food, will be held at Rinku Ice Park. Visitors can enjoy the Utauma Grand Prix, a singing contest featuring talented performers, as well as the popular Bon Dance & DJ Stage, where DJ music meets traditional Bon Odori dancing. The venue will […]

Yuru-Nakin, the official mascot character of Izumisano City, has entered the World Local Characters Grand Prix! Yuru-Nakin is aiming for the top spot while helping more people discover the charms of Izumisano. Whether you have visited Izumisano before or are planning to come in the future, please support Yuru-Nakin by voting every day! ✨ 📱 […]

A special summer event inspired by PAW Patrol™ is coming to Rinku Premium Outlets! Enjoy the world of PAW Patrol™ at “PAW! Premium Outlets Dino Adventure,” featuring movie-inspired photo spots, a stamp rally, and a character meet-and-greet (advance reservation required). It’s a fun-filled event for the whole family. Just 10 minutes by train from Kansai […]

A summer tradition held at 七宝瀧寺, a historic mountain temple in 犬鳴山 associated with Kobo Daishi Kukai. Visitors offer a cucumber as a symbolic way to transfer illness and misfortune while praying for good health and safety during the summer season. The ritual is believed to have a history of more than 1,200 years. Surrounded […]

A popular summer event where around 10,000 goldfish swim in the clear waters of Inunakisan. The Inunakisan Summer Carnival (Goldfish Catching) is held in the clear waters of the Futase River. Visitors can enjoy chasing goldfish released into the stream while experiencing a refreshing summer moment in nature. Colorful goldfish lanterns decorate the area, creating […]