When is the 4th Ibaraki Gateway Festival being held?

It will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026. The venue opens at 2:30 PM, and the event runs from 3:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

The venue is Gokamizube Park, located at 3166 Egawa, Goka, Inashiro District, Ibaraki Prefecture.

What kind of events are planned?

The planned events include a mock roof-raising ceremony (including mochi throwing), a bingo game with luxurious prizes, a mimic show, fireworks, and a firefly release event.

Are there any conditions to participate in the firefly release event?

The firefly release event is limited to the first 150 participants.

Who is organizing the event?

The event is organized by the Ibaraki Gateway Festival Executive Committee (Goka Town Chamber of Commerce).

[Goka-machi, Ibaraki] Feast of Fireworks and Fireflies: The 4th Ibaraki Genkan Matsuri to be held!

Published May 23, 2026 2:05 AM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 12:01 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

The 4th Ibaraki Genkan Matsuri will be held in Goka-machi, Ibaraki on May 23, 2026. The event promotes regional charm through a mock topping-out ceremony, a variety show, fireworks, and firefly release.

Enjoy the charm of Ibaraki at the western gateway to the prefecture, Goka-machi.

The Ibaraki Genkan Matsuri Executive Committee (Goka Town Chamber of Commerce) will host the "Ibaraki Genkan Matsuri" again this year, aiming to communicate the appeal of the region and expand the exchange population. The festival will be packed with plans that allow many people to experience the "charm of Ibaraki," including local product sales, stage events, food booths, and experiential programs.

Event Schedule

Saturday, May 23, 2026: Doors open at 14:30.

Event time: 15:00 to 20:30.

Location

Goka Mizube Park (3166 Egawa, Goka-machi, Sashima-gun, Ibaraki Prefecture).

Event Details

Mock Topping-out Ceremony: From 15:00. You can experience a topping-out ceremony, a tradition that has become rare nowadays! We will reproduce a traditional ceremony, including mochi-maki (throwing rice cakes and sweets), so you can enjoy sharing the good fortune.

Bingo Tournament & Impressionist Show: From 17:10. Luxurious prizes! Bingo tournament! We have prepared a variety of prizes, including a Nintendo Switch2, a pair stay voucher for Kinugawa Onsen Hotel, and gift certificates. Please join us.

Impressionist Show!! Gorgeous performers will further liven up the Genkan Matsuri!

Finale: Fireworks and Firefly Release

Fireworks! From 19:30. Fireworks to color the end of the festival!!

Let's fly fireflies! From 19:50. The first 150 participants will release fireflies all at once!

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