{"id":5518,"date":"2026-07-23T11:36:55","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T02:36:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/?post_type=news&p=5518"},"modified":"2026-07-23T11:39:19","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T02:39:19","slug":"bamboo-lantern-festival-miura-peninsula-2026","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/new-and-now\/bamboo-lantern-festival-miura-peninsula-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Bamboo Lantern Festival on the Miura Peninsula 2026 | Summer Nights at Temples in Yokosuka and Miura"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Bamboo Lantern Festival on the Miura Peninsula 2026 is taking place at six temples in Yokosuka and Miura.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each participating temple displays approximately 300 to 500 handcrafted bamboo lanterns around its grounds. As evening falls, the lanterns are illuminated, giving the temple grounds a different appearance from the daytime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The festival began at Fudanji Temple on July 4 and continues at Fukusenji Temple on July 26, followed by events at Tozenji Temple, Jorakuji Temple, Enpukuji Temple, and Manshoji Temple in August.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates and programs vary by venue, so check the schedule for the temple you plan to visit before traveling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bamboo Lanterns Created from Locally Sourced Bamboo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The bamboo used for the lanterns comes from bamboo-grove maintenance work carried out around the Miura Peninsula. By transforming the cut bamboo into lanterns, the festival connects environmental conservation with the continuation of local culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Young Buddhist priests lead the lantern-making process, beginning with cutting the bamboo and continuing through each stage of production. Members of the temple communities and local residents also take part, creating the lanterns together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Held during the Tanabata and Obon seasons, the festival includes Tanabata decorations, Bon dancing, and a letter-writing memorial activity. Visitors can write messages to deceased loved ones and ancestors and place the letters in a dedicated mailbox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Along with the illuminated bamboo lanterns, each temple offers its own program of music, workshops, festival games, food vendors, and other activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next Event: Fukusenji Temple on July 26<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fukusenji Temple | July 26<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The event at Fukusenji Temple in Miura City will be held on Sunday, July 26, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A community disaster-preparedness program begins at 5:00 p.m. in the temple\u2019s assembly hall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., visitors can join an art workshop using colored ink and enjoy chiffon cake and coffee in another temple hall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the main hall, the MiU-La Project begins at 6:00 p.m., followed by a jazz performance at 7:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanabata decorations, the letter-writing memorial activity, and a stamp rally for children will be available throughout the event. A dining area and six food trucks are also planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Access:<\/strong> Approximately 18 minutes on foot from Misakiguchi Station on the Keikyu Line<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking:<\/strong> Approximately 15 spaces<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Address:<\/strong> 1020 Mito, Hasse-machi, Miura, Kanagawa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telephone:<\/strong> 046-888-1959<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Four More Temple Events in August<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tozenji Temple | August 1 and 2<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tozenji Temple in Yokosuka will host the festival on Saturday, August 1, and Sunday, August 2, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On August 1, a Bon dance will begin on the temple grounds at 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On August 2, a relaxation area will be set up inside the main hall from 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first floor of the temple hall will feature vendor booths, workshops, and a small festival-game area. Tanabata decorations, the letter-writing memorial activity, and a stamp rally for children are also planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Access:<\/strong> Approximately five minutes on foot from the Minamitake-iriguchi bus stop<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking:<\/strong> Approximately 35 spaces<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Address:<\/strong> 2-12-13 Take, Yokosuka, Kanagawa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telephone:<\/strong> 046-856-0221<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jorakuji Temple | August 14 and 15<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jorakuji Temple in Ashina, Yokosuka, will host the festival on Friday, August 14, and Saturday, August 15, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On August 14, a Japanese-style nighttime test of courage that includes a visit to the grave of MAEJIMA Hisoka will begin at 8:00 p.m. A sparkler event will follow at 8:30 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On August 15, an Urabon-e Buddhist memorial service will begin at 4:00 p.m., followed by Bon dancing from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanabata decorations and the letter-writing memorial activity will be available on both days. Approximately ten food trucks are scheduled to attend each day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Access:<\/strong> Approximately three minutes on foot from the Ashina bus stop<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking:<\/strong> 15 spaces<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Address:<\/strong> 2-30-5 Ashina, Yokosuka, Kanagawa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telephone:<\/strong> 046-856-8622<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enpukuji Temple | August 23<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bamboo lanterns will illuminate Enpukuji Temple in Miura City on Sunday, August 23, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The temple will hold a special viewing of its Jizo statue from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The letter-writing memorial activity and a special bamboo-lantern-themed goshuin temple seal will also be available throughout the day. Three vendors are scheduled to open from 5:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking:<\/strong> 20 spaces<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Address:<\/strong> 258 Kaneda, Minamishitaura-machi, Miura, Kanagawa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telephone:<\/strong> 046-888-0038<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manshoji Temple | August 30<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Manshoji Temple in Yokosuka will host the final event on Sunday, August 30, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A performance by forblue, a band formed by Buddhist priests, is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The letter-writing memorial activity and Tanabata wish strips will be available throughout the event, and three vendors are scheduled to attend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Access:<\/strong> If traveling via Kinugasa Station on the JR Yokosuka Line, board a Keikyu Bus at the Kinugasa-jujiro bus stop and get off at the Manshoji bus stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking:<\/strong> 10 spaces<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Address:<\/strong> 1-5-10 Oyabe, Yokosuka, Kanagawa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telephone:<\/strong> 046-836-2317<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bamboo Lantern Festival on the Miura Peninsula 2026: Event Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Festival period:<\/strong> Saturday, July 4\u2013Sunday, August 30, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Individual event dates vary by temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lantern lighting:<\/strong> Generally from around 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Times vary by venue and weather conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event at Tozenji Temple ends at 8:30 p.m., while the event at Manshoji Temple ends at 8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Event participation:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some activities, food, drinks, and items sold by vendors require payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Venues:<\/strong> Fudanji Temple, Fukusenji Temple, Tozenji Temple, Jorakuji Temple, Enpukuji Temple, and Manshoji Temple<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Official information:<\/strong> Bamboo Lantern Festival on the Miura Peninsula 2026 official event page<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visitor Guidelines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Children of elementary school age and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation when traveling to the temples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please avoid making excessive noise at night, take your trash home, and be considerate of nearby residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose a Temple That Matches Your Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Bamboo Lantern Festival is not a single event held continuously at one location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead, visitors can travel to different temples in Yokosuka and Miura throughout the summer, experiencing a different lantern display and program at each venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Programs include jazz, Bon dancing, a nighttime test of courage, a performance by a band of Buddhist priests, and a special bamboo-lantern-themed goshuin temple seal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are interested in family activities, music, Buddhist memorial traditions, or illuminated temple grounds, each venue offers a different way to experience the Tanabata and Obon seasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lighting times may vary depending on the venue and weather conditions. Check the latest event information before traveling.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":5519,"template":"","news_cat":[3],"class_list":["post-5518","news","type-news","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","news_cat-cat_event","en-US"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nBamboo Lantern Festival 2026 in Yokosuka and Miura<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"See handcrafted bamboo lanterns at six temples in Yokosuka and Miura through August 30, 2026, with Bon dancing, jazz, food trucks, and more.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.guidoor.jp\/yokosuka\/new-and-now\/bamboo-lantern-festival-miura-peninsula-2026\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Bamboo Lantern Festival 2026 in Yokosuka and Miura\" \/>\n<meta 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