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[Shirotopia Memorial Park] 2026 Himeji Artist Festival
16
May
Date
16 May (Saturday)
Time
Sat, May 16 – Sun, May 17
Venue
Shirotopia Memorial Park, 68 Honmachi
Himeji, Hyogo, Japan
📝 Useful Information
The 2026 Himeji Artist Festival will be held on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Shirotopia Memorial Park in Himeji, Hyogo. This annual craft event serves as a meeting place for creators and users, featuring a wide array of handmade art from across Japan.
For the latest updates and detailed exhibitor lists, you can visit the Official Himeji Artist Festival Website or their Official Instagram.
Are you looking for nearby accommodations or other local festivals happening in Himeji during your visit?
Event Schedule & Details
What to Expect
Location & Access
•Saturday, May 16, 2026: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
•Sunday, May 17, 2026: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
•Admission: Free.
•Weather Policy: The event will proceed in light rain.
•Exhibitors: Approximately 168 handmade artists from various fields, including woodworking, pottery, glass, leather, metalwork, dyeing, weaving, and clothing.
•Activities: Visitors can enjoy live demonstrations and workshops led by the artists.
•Amenities: A dedicated food and drink corner will be available within the park grounds.
•Venue: Shirotopia Memorial Park (located on the north side of Himeji Castle).
•Address: 68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo 670-0012.
•Contact: Himeji Artist Festival Executive Committee at 090-2593-5617.
•Official Himeji Artist Festival Website
Updated at 21 Mar 2026