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Hakata Dontaku

FestivalMajor
Hakata Dontaku — Festival

博多どんたく

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Details

Country
JP Japan
Scope
Nationwide
City
fukuoka
Type
Festival
Gazetted
No — not an official day off
Month
May 2026

Business Impact

Impact Description
This is a cultural festival. Business hours may vary in the local area.

Notes

One of Japan's largest festivals by attendance, a Golden Week parade in Fukuoka with citizens dancing while clapping wooden rice scoops.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hakata Dontaku a public holiday in Japan?
Hakata Dontaku is a Festival in Japan, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
When is Hakata Dontaku 2026?
Hakata Dontaku 2026 falls on May 3, 2026 – May 4, 2026.
What is Hakata Dontaku called locally in Japan?
Hakata Dontaku is locally known as "博多どんたく" in Japan.

Source: Curated festivals (LLM)Manual

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