Apr 12, 2020 — Apr 19, 2020
The event date is estimated and subject to change. This page will be updated once the organizers confirm the running and scheduling of the event. In the meantime, please check the official event website given in the information box below when available for the latest details.
The Kamakura Matsuri is a week-long festival held from the 2nd Sunday of April to welcome in spring. The festival has been held since 1959 and today includes traditional theatrical performances, tea ceremonies, and—the most popular event—horseback archery (流鏑馬, yabusame). The archery event is held at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine from 1pm on the final Sunday with the first arrows let loose at 2pm. If you want a good view it’s best to get there early.
