The 38th National Treasure Matsumoto Castle Taiko Festival 2026
A powerful taiko performance, born of strength and skill, echoes through the summer night.
As if to blow away the summer heat, the powerful sounds of the taiko drums echo throughout the area!
Matsumoto City aims to attract tourists and revitalize the local community through its rich natural environment and the traditional Japanese art of taiko drumming.
On a special stage set up in Matsumoto Castle Park, taiko performances by groups from all over the country will be held over two days.
Feel the pulsating energy of the performances—born of sheer power and skill—with your whole body.
[Schedule (Tentative)]
・Main Stage Venue: Site of the Former Museum (Main Stage within Matsumoto Castle Park, a National Treasure) 5:30 PM – 8:40 PM (Admission from 5:00 PM)
* Seating is available within the area.
・Downtown Performances: Otemon Masugata Ruins Plaza, 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM
[Performer Information]
Information
- Period
- July 25 (Sat) – 26 (Sun), 2026
- Time
- 5:30 p.m. – 8:40 p.m.
- Venue
- Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure
- Contact
- 0263-34-8307 (Secretariat: Matsumoto City Tourism Branding Division)
- Organizer
- Matsumoto Castle Town Festa Organizing Committee
- Prices
- Free
- Access
- From the Castle Exit of Matsumoto Station, take the Town Sneaker North Route and get off at “Matsumoto Castle/City Hall”; the ride takes about 10 minutes.
About a 15-minute walk from Matsumoto Station.
*Note: Business hours and closures are subject to change.
