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Matsuri = Festival!


The Yuwaku Bonbori Festival is a real-life event inspired by the anime series "Hanasaku Iroha"!
The festival originally appeared in the anime, which depicts the story of girls working at a traditional inn in Yuwaku Onsen, located in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture.

Thanks to the passionate support of fans and the local community, the fictional festival was brought to life in the real world!
On the day of the event, you can enjoy exclusive "Hanasaku Iroha" merchandise, special exhibitions, and more.
Whether you’re a fan of the anime or simply visiting Yuwaku Onsen, this is a must-see experience!
Event Schedule
【Illumination Ceremony】
July 20, 2025 (Sunday)
Venue: Yuwaku Onsen Town
* There is no admission limit, but temporary restrictions may be applied for safety reasons.

【Main Festival】
October 18, 2025 (Saturday)
Venue: Yuwaku Onsen Town
* From 4 PM onwards on the day of the main festival, a special entry pass will be required to enter the onsen area.

* Detailed schedules and participation information will be announced on the official website.
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Location of the Yuwaku Bonbori Festival

Event Overview

The Yuwaku Bonbori Festival is held every October at Yuwaku Onsen in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture.
This special event was born from the anime "Hanasaku Iroha" and is filled with love from both local residents and dedicated fans.

Visitors are welcome to attend in yukata or cosplay outfits!
The festival also features merchandise sales and exhibitions, making it enjoyable for both anime fans and general visitors alike.


📅 2025 Event Schedule
■ Illumination Ceremony: July 20, 2025 (Sunday)
■ Main Festival: October 18, 2025 (Saturday)
Venue: Yuwaku Onsen Town, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
* On the day of the Main Festival, a special entry pass will be required to enter the onsen area after 4 PM.
* Detailed schedules and participation information will be announced later on the official website.


For reference, the 2024 festival was held on October 19 (Saturday)!
Information on how to participate this year, as well as merchandise details, will be updated as it becomes available.
Be sure to check the official website for the latest updates!
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Hotels (Ryokan) Around BonBori Matsuri Venue

This section introduces hotels (Ryokan) that exist near the venue of the Yuwaku Bonbori Festival.



The map and list above is a map of all the highly rated hotels (ryokan) near the venue of the Yuwaku Bonbori Festival.


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Summary

The Yuwaku Bonbori Festival is usually held every October around Yuwaku Onsen in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture!

Participation in this event is completely free—everyone is welcome to join freely!

2025 Yuwaku Bonbori Festival Schedule:

■ Illumination Ceremony: July 20, 2025 (Sunday)
■ Main Festival: October 18, 2025 (Saturday)

Official website: Click here!
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↑(Click img above for hotel reservations)
This is the biggest and the most popular travel company in Japan!! You can reserve hotel at reasonable price!! There are English, Thai, Korean and Chinese version for Rakuten!! You can switch it from language. If you're using Smartphone, change website to PC version and switch the language to your language.
To stay in Japan, Japanese site is always the cheapest.