Experience the Magic of the Otaru Ushio Festival!

One of Hokkaido’s most popular summer festivals, the Otaru Ushio Festival, draws over one million visitors each year. This vibrant, three-day celebration will take place from Friday, 25 July to Sunday, 27 July 2025, in the charming port city of Otaru. 

Since its beginning in 1967, the Ushio Festival has been a heartfelt expression of gratitude to the sea and a wish for Otaru’s continued prosperity. It’s a lively, community-driven event that transforms the entire city into a festive wonderland.

Note: 

・The festival is typically held on the last Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of July each year, so exact dates may vary annually. 

・The details of the festival events are officially announced shortly before the festival each year. The information provided on this page is based on events that are typically held in past years and is for reference only. The listed events are not guaranteed to take place this year. For the most up-to-date and accurate information, please check the official festival website.