Narita Gion Festival

Narita Gion Festival is an important traditional matsuri (festival) taking place not too far from Narita Airport.

What happens?

Gion festivals take place all over Japan, the most well-known being the one held in Kyoto throughout July. But this one in Chiba Prefecture also has a long 300-year history and lasts for an impressive three days. Floats decorated with intricate carvings and a mikoshi (portable shrine) parade will take place around the area surrounding Narita Station. Of course, there will also be plenty of stalls and snacks to be had.

Schedule 2026

Each night, around from around 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the 10th and 11th, and 10 p.m. on the 12th, floats will be lit up and there will be a festive atmosphere in the air.

Here is what else is happening:

• July 10 (Fri.): Floats and dancers will appear near the main hall of Naritasan Shinshoji Temple.
• July 11 (Sat.): Dances will start from 9 a.m. around Narita Station.
• July 12(Sun.): From 1 p.m. floats will be pulled up the street Naritasan Omotesando Nakacho and there will be a dedicated dance at 5 p.m. in Naritasan Shinshoji Temple.