Join the vibrant “Usuki Summer Night Festival” 2025

“Usuki Summer Night Festival” is a beloved evening celebration held every Saturday for four weeks in the heart of Usuki! Each week brings different events and performances, including local dances, parades, cultural showcases, and food stalls, with over 25 food vendors and more than 10 unique activities awaiting you.

With hopes that this lively night market and the enchanting sounds of the Gion-bayashi will become a timeless scene of Usuki's summer, we invite everyone to join us for an unforgettable celebration!

Location: Usuki Hatchō-Oji Street

Dates: Every Saturday (June 21~ July 12)

Time: 17:00–20:00

In case of rain or disaster, events may be changed or canceled.

Schedule Highlights:

June 21 (Sat) – Usuki Opening Ceremony Day

• Usuki Local Sake Toast Ritual

　 Time:  18:00~

Location: Entrance of Salle de Usuki

• Gion Bayashi Competition

　    Time: 18:0~20:00

Location: Kakemachi and Tatamiyamachi area

• Hatchō Youth Festival Night (Honmachi, Yokomachi, Hamamachi)

　   Time: 18:00~20:00 

Location: In front of Usuki Kodomo-en Central Parking Lot

June 28 (Sat) – Hatchō Youth Festival Night

• Hatchō Youth Festival Night (Tamachi, Tojinmachi, Shinmachi)

　   Time: 18:00~20:00 

Location: In front of Usuki Kodomo-en Central Parking Lot

July 5 (Sat) – Firefighter Day!

• Join the Future Fire Brigade (Try using real fire extinguishers!)

  Time: 18:00~19:00

　    Location: In front of Usuki Kodomo-en Central Parking Lot

　    For elementary school students and younger

• Fire Truck Candy Toss

  Time: 19:00~

　    Location: Same as above

　    For elementary school students and younger

• Mikoshi Dance Performance

  Time: 18:00~20:00

　    Location: Kakemachi and Tatamiyamachi area

July 12 (Sat) – The Night Dance & Festival

Usuki’s local dance teams come together for one night only!

(Off-beat HIRO, Glitter Dance Studio, STEREO DANCE SCHOOL, K2 Dance Crew)

Time: 18:00–19:15

Location: Kani Shoyu Parking Slot

Fun for All Ages!

• Food & drink stalls (Approx. 25 vendors!)

• Stage events and performances (10+ types!)

• Lively atmosphere every Saturday!

Don’t miss this unforgettable summer experience in Usuki!