Overview

The Yokohama Tanabata Festival 2026 will take place on July 4 (Saturday) and July 5 (Sunday), 2026, at Rinko Park and Pacifico Yokohama in the Minato Mirai district of Yokohama, Japan. Following the success of its first edition, which attracted around 300,000 visitors, the festival returns with an even larger venue and more attractions.

This summer festival combines the traditional Japanese Tanabata celebration with Yokohama’s beautiful waterfront scenery. Visitors can enjoy colorful bamboo decorations, write wishes on Tanzaku papers, experience cultural activities, taste local gourmet foods, and enjoy various stage performances throughout the day.

Festival Highlights

• Large-scale Tanabata bamboo decorations and wish-writing area
• Beautiful illuminated displays after sunset
• Local Yokohama gourmet foods and food trucks
• Traditional Japanese festival games
• Family-friendly workshops and children’s activities
• Live music, dance performances, and entertainment stage
• The immersive “Beam Twister” light attraction inside Pacifico Yokohama
• Excellent photo opportunities with Yokohama’s famous skyline

Schedule

• Dates: July 4 (Sat) – July 5 (Sun), 2026
• Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Main Venue: Rinko Park & Pacifico Yokohama Exhibition Hall B
• Admission: Rinko Park is free. Some attractions inside Pacifico Yokohama may require admission.

Access

• About a 5-minute walk from Minatomirai Station
• About a 10-minute walk from Shin-Takashima Station
• About a 15-minute walk from Sakuragicho Station

Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation because heavy traffic and crowded parking lots are expected during the festival.

Best Time to Visit

The venue becomes especially crowded from late afternoon to evening, particularly after 4:00 PM and around sunset when the illuminated decorations create a magical atmosphere. Those looking for a more relaxed experience should arrive in the morning between 10:00 AM and noon.

Nearby Attractions

• Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse
• Yokohama Landmark Tower
• Cosmo World
• Cup Noodles Museum Yokohama
• Yokohama Hammerhead

Why You Should Visit

The Yokohama Tanabata Festival offers a unique opportunity to experience one of Japan’s traditional seasonal celebrations in a modern waterfront city. With spectacular night views, delicious local cuisine, cultural experiences, entertainment, and family-friendly activities, it has quickly become one of Yokohama’s must-visit summer events.