Four recommended events from Okinawa-November November

The Shuri Castle Festival, which is held every fall, offers traditional culture and performing arts that have continued since the Kingdom of ryukyu era. From 2021 until the completion of the main shrine in 2026, the name was changed to "Shuri Castle Reconstruction Festival", and a stage where various performances of performers were performed by public offerings were performed under the theme of reconstruction.

On November 3rd (Sun./holiday), the appearance of the King visited three temples under Shuri Castle during the Kingdom of ryukyu period to pray for the well-being of the nation and the rich harvest of five grains.

During the event, gorgeous Ryukyu dance and classical music brought up during the Kingdom of ryukyu period will be performed.

※Please refer to the official website for details such as the latest information of 2024.

The Ishigaki-jima Island Festival, which will be held from November 4 (Sat) to 5 (Sun), 2023, is the largest citizen event in Ishigaki-jima Island. In addition to stage performances by luxurious artists from the local area, you can enjoy a variety of programs such as citizen parades and fireworks for two days.

※Details of the program and the presence or absence of a citizen parade will also be announced at a later date.

The “Remote Island Fair”, which will be held for three days from November 15 (Fri), is an event organized by a total of 18 remote island municipalities, including Miyakojima City, Ishigaki-jima Island City, and Zamami Village. At the venue, special products from each remote island will be displayed, and a spot sale of seasonings, sweets, drinks, etc. using special products will be held.
There are a variety of classic specialty products to products with unique ideas, so you can purchase products that suit you, including yourself, your family and friends.

Tasting and tasting are also possible, so let's pick up the products you care about and taste them. If you say, "I'm not satisfied with tasting alone!", It is recommended that you visit the "Remote Island Cafe Corner". You can slowly enjoy the gourmet that uses the island's specialty products luxuriously.

In the venue, you can also enjoy the performances of traditional performing arts transmitted to each remote island. Why don't you enjoy a performance where you can get a glimpse of the unique history and culture of each remote island during eating and walking?

The Okinawa International Carnival is an international event unique to Okinawa City, where people from about 45 countries live. It will be held in Okinawa City, a music city where Okinawa and American cultures are fused. Because it is held around the popular tourist spot gate street, on the day of the event, local residents and tourists are crowded and crowded.

The main event of the Okinawa International Carnival is the International University of tug of war. The tug of war uses a general rule weighing about 10 tons and about 80 meters long and 80 meters long. The number of participants is about 2,000!　The venue is filled with people's enthusiasm. In addition, the Eisa folk dance group will host the road Geneva and Samba Carnival, which will enhance the atmosphere of the festival.

At the Okinawa International Carnival, where various people come and go, you will surely be able to enjoy a mysterious sense of unity. Please enjoy a festival where the charm of Okinawa City, a city of Champloo culture, are concentrated.

※For details, please check the official website.

In November, Okinawa has a festival that touches traditional crafts, and there are events full of specialty products. Even after summer is over, Okinawa events are full of variety!　It's a waste to give up, "Isn't you enjoy Okinawa unless it's summer?" Be sure to enjoy these events when you go on a remote island trip while visiting sightseeing spots.