Dance the night away this summer!

Join in on the fun!

While we’re still in the cold of winter, it’s never too early to research what events are coming up this year, and here’s one you won’t want to miss!

The Gujo Dance Festival is a Bon-odori tradition dating over 400 years, considered to be one of Japan’s three great Bon dances. It’s held over a period of three months, with all-night dances in mid-August. This dance, along with the Kanomizu no Kakeodori dance of Meiho, Gujo, was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in late 2022.

With moves that are easy to learn even for beginners, it’s hard not to join in the festivities. Everyone is encouraged to join in – just hop into the dance circle and follow the movements of the people around you!
If you’re planning on visiting Gifu this summer, this is a great opportunity to discover the local culture of the region!

(Note that times and venues for the festival for each night is different)
Please be sure to check the schedule in the link below for specific details:

2025 Gujo Dance Festival Period: July 12th ~ 6th September (All-night dance Aug. 13th-16th)


2025 Gujo Dance Festival Schedule (Official Instagram):

https://www.instagram.com/gujo_hachiman_japan/p/DFIdKdEJ1vw/?img_index=1

For more info:
https://visitgifu.com/see-do/gujo-dance/