Events & things to do in Nikko in October 2026

Now on Apr 1 (Wed) – Nov 30 (Mon)

Festivals & rituals 📍 British Embassy Villa Memorial Park (英国大使館別荘記念公園)

10th Anniversary Event of the British Embassy Villa Memorial Park

An event celebrating the 10th anniversary of the British Embassy Villa Memorial Park will be held.

💴 Paid

Now on Apr 8, 2026 (Wed) – Mar 31, 2027 (Wed) 8:00〜16:30

Festivals & rituals 📍 Rinno-ji Temple Sanbutsudo (輪王寺三仏堂) (Special Venue Inside)

First Opening of the Hidden Buddha 'Bishamonten'

The first opening of the hidden Buddha 'Bishamonten' will be held at Rinno-ji Temple (輪王寺) in Nikko. Don't miss this rare opportunity!

💴 Paid

Now on Aug 1 (Sat) – Oct 10 (Sat) 20:45〜

Festivals & rituals 📍 Kinugawa Tateiwa Big Suspension Bridge (鬼怒楯岩大吊橋), and others

Hyakka Ryouran Fireworks - Kinugawa Flame Fire

A spectacular fireworks event held at Kinugawa Onsen.

🌙 Evening

Now on Sep 5 (Sat) – Oct 31 (Sat) 9:30〜11:00、13:00〜14:30

Experiences 📍 Akaduma ~ Battlefield Plateau

Battlefield Plateau Autumn Guided Walk

Enjoy a guided walk in the autumn nature of Battlefield Plateau.

💴 Paid

Upcoming Sep 18 (Fri) – Nov 23 (Mon) 17:00〜21:00

Festivals & rituals 📍 Yunishigawa River and Heike no Sato (湯西川河川・平家の里)

Yunishigawa Onsen Heike Akari

A bamboo lantern event themed around the splendor of the Heike clan at Yunishigawa Onsen.

🆓 Free

Upcoming Sep 19 (Sat) – Oct 3 (Sat) 11:30〜16:30

Experiences 📍 Jofubuchi Parking Lot

Shiki Man Festival Kawamata Yu-Yu Cycling

A cycling event that the whole family can enjoy.

💴 Paid 🌤 Outdoor 🧒 Kid-friendly

Upcoming Oct 3 (Sat) – Oct 12 (Mon)

Festivals & rituals 📍 Kinugawa Onsen (鬼怒川温泉)

Kinugawa Onsen Tsukiakari Hanakairo Chapter 17

This is a fantastical flower corridor event held in Kinugawa Onsen.

🌤 Outdoor 🧒 Kid-friendly

Upcoming Oct 3 (Sat) – Oct 12 (Mon) 17:00〜22:00

Markets & food 📍 Tobu Railway Kinugawa Onsen Station Square Secondary source

Kinugawa Onsen Night Marche☆彡

Enjoy a special evening at Kinugawa Onsen's Night Marche.

🌤 Outdoor 🌙 Evening

Upcoming Oct 3 (Sat) – Oct 12 (Mon) 18:30～21:00

Experiences 📍 Kinugawa Tachiya Great Suspension Bridge (鬼怒楯岩大吊橋)

Kinugawa Onsen Moonlight Flower Corridor Chapter 17

A magical lighting event will be held at Kinugawa Onsen.

🌙 Evening

Upcoming Oct 10 (Sat) – Oct 20 (Tue)

Experiences 📍 Lake Chuzenji Shore (中禅寺湖畔) Secondary source

Kouyou Peak Season at Lake Chuzenji

Enjoy the beautiful autumn leaves at Lake Chuzenji and immerse yourself in nature's beauty.

Upcoming Oct 16 (Fri) – Oct 17 (Sat) 13:00〜14:30, 11:00〜13:30

Festivals & rituals 📍 Nikko Toshogu Shrine (日光東照宮)

Nikko Toshogu Shrine Autumn Grand Festival

An annual autumn festival held at Nikko Toshogu Shrine, featuring a spectacular procession not seen anywhere else.

Upcoming Oct 17 (Sat) 13:00〜19:00

Festivals & rituals 📍 In front of JR Imachi Station (JR今市駅前通り)

Imachi Yatai Festival

A food stall festival held in the center of Imachi.

🆓 Free

Upcoming Oct 23 (Fri) – Nov 8 (Sun) 閉門〜19:00（最終受付18:30）

Festivals & rituals 📍 Rinno-ji Temple (輪王寺) Shoyo-en

2026 Shoyo-en Light Up

Shoyo-en in Nikko will be beautifully illuminated.

💴 Paid 🌤 Outdoor 🌙 Evening

Upcoming Oct 24 (Sat) 14:00〜16:00

Festivals & rituals 📍 Ashio Community Center Meeting Room 1 & 2

Ashio Copper Mine Industrial Heritage Lecture

This is a lecture about the industrial heritage of the Ashio Copper Mine.

🆓 Free

Upcoming Oct 24 (Sat)

Festivals & rituals 📍 Nikko Kirifuri Highland Ōsasa Ranch Secondary source

Nikko Kirifuri Highland Ōsasa Ranch Autumn Harvest Festival 2026

This is a gratitude festival where free grilled Brown Swiss beef will be distributed at Nikko Kirifuri Highland Ōsasa Ranch.

🆓 Free 🌤 Outdoor 🧒 Kid-friendly ⚡ Today only

Upcoming Oct 25 (Sun) – Nov 3 (Tue)

Festivals & rituals 📍 Rinno-ji Temple (輪王寺) Secondary source

Rinno-ji Temple (輪王寺) Light-Up Event

A special light-up event at the famous Rinno-ji Temple in Nikko.