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I Love Kofu Festival
20
Oct
Date
20 Oct (Tuesday)
Time
Oct 20 – 29
Venue
Kose Sports Park, 840 Kosemachi
Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan
📝 Useful Information
The I Love Kofu Festival (also known as Kofu Daisuki Matsuri) is an annual community celebration held in late October at Kose Sports Park in Kofu, Yamanashi. Originally established in 1989 to commemorate the city's 100th anniversary, the festival focuses on local pride and culture.
If you are visiting earlier in the year, Kofu's largest event is the Shingen-ko Festival, featuring the world's largest samurai parade, scheduled for April 3–5, 2026.
Would you like help finding accommodation near Kose Sports Park or information on other autumn events in Yamanashi?
Event Highlights
2026 Event Details
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•Kofu Daisuki Ondo: A traditional dance performed by participants in yukata.
•Beat to Beat: A energetic performance event featuring local groups.
•Gourmet Food Stalls: Numerous stalls offering local Yamanashi specialties and "B-grade" gourmet snacks.
•Hands-on Activities: Includes craft experiences, stage performances, and community-led workshops.
•Expected Dates: Late October 2026 (typically a Saturday or Sunday).
•Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
•Location: Kose Sports Park (840 Ose-cho, Kofu City).
•Cost: Free entry.
•From Kofu Station: Approximately 20 minutes by bus from the South Exit.
•By Car: About 10 minutes from the Chuo Expressway Kofu-Minami or Kofu-Showa ICs.
•Parking: Over 2,000 free parking spaces are available across multiple lots at the sports park.
Updated at 18 Mar 2026