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Kawagoe Hikawa Festival 川越氷川祭
The Kawagoe Festival, officially named the Kawagoe Hikawa Festival (川越氷川祭, Kawagoe Hikawa Matsuri) is a traditional Japanese festival held annually on the third weekend of October in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture. It is Kawagoe's biggest event and the festival has more than a 360-year history. It attracts around one million tourists during the two days.
| Location | Kawagoe, Saitama (川越市 埼玉県) |
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| When | October (Autumn — exact dates change every year) |
| Type | Japanese festival (matsuri) |
| Official website | https://www.kawagoematsuri.jp/ |
Planning to go? The Kawagoe Hikawa Festival is held in October, but the exact dates, times and any entry fees are set year by year. Check the official website for this year's schedule before you travel.
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