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The Hanatateyama Autumn Harvest Festival (花立山～秋の収穫祭～) brings homemade food, freshly harvested vegetables and activities for children to Shiroyama Park in Ogori. It is scheduled for November 3, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. If rain postpones the event, the alternative date is November 8.
For families, the children’s running challenge is worth a look, and registration is at the venue. The Hyottoko dance performance starts at 11:30 a.m.
Date, venue and parking
| Date | Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (public holiday) |
|---|---|
| Hours | 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. |
| Rain date | Sunday, November 8, 2026 |
| Venue | Shiroyama Park (城山公園), at the foot of Hanatateyama |
| Address | 1053 Hikata, Ogori (小郡市干潟1053) |
| Driving access | About 3 minutes from Chikugo-Ogori Interchange |
| Parking | 50 spaces |
| Public transport | A route is not specified; confirm access before travelling. |
| Admission and activity fees | Not specified; check with the official source. |
The official listing confirms the November 3 date and the 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. opening hours. The event information also gives November 8 as the postponement date in case of rain, so avoid assuming that it will run on the original date regardless of the weather.
Food stalls and family activities
The food stalls sell homemade items made by local women, along with local produce. There will also be a tea ceremony for visitors to enjoy. Here is what has been announced:
| Food or activity | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Homemade food and produce | Jam, okowa rice, manju buns and freshly harvested vegetables for sale |
| Tea gathering | Planned as part of the festival; timing and fees are not specified |
| Kids’ Running Challenge (キッズかけっこチャレンジ) | An activity for children, with registration at the venue |
| Hyottoko dance | Scheduled to begin at 11:30 a.m. |
If the dance is your main reason for visiting, plan around its announced start time. For the running challenge, ask at the venue about registration and participation details; an age range and start time have not been provided.
What to check before you go
- Weather updates: Confirm whether the event will proceed on November 3 or move to November 8.
- Costs: Do not assume admission or children’s activities are free. Prices have not been specified.
- Transport: The supplied access information is for drivers. If travelling without a car, confirm a suitable route in advance.
- Parking: The listed capacity is 50 vehicles; this does not guarantee a space when you arrive.
For practical preparation beyond this festival, our d VALUE PASS and ChargeSPOT guide covers a phone-charging option to investigate before a day out. No rental location at the festival venue is confirmed here.
Read the official Hanatateyama festival announcement before making your final travel plans.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the Hanatateyama Autumn Harvest Festival?
- It is scheduled for November 3, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. If postponed because of rain, the alternative date is November 8.
- Is admission free?
- Admission charges and activity fees are not specified in the supplied information. Check the official festival page before visiting.
- How do children register for the running challenge?
- Registration takes place at the venue. The supplied information does not specify an age range, start time or participation fee.
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