Gozare Festival
ござれ祭り（能登町柳田）
August 15, with music fireworks over the kiriko float at night
The inland Yanagida district of Noto Town holds its Gozare Festival during Obon at the botanical park. The signature moment comes at night, when music-synchronized fireworks explode directly above a kiriko lantern float. The 2026 edition featured a recovery-support stage by singer Sayuri Ishikawa, the town's recovery ambassador, alongside taiko drumming and hands-on workshops.
Overview
| Date | August 15, with music fireworks over the kiriko float at night |
|---|---|
| Venue | やなぎだ植物公園（能登町柳田） |
| Access | Best reached by car; parking fills up, so shuttle buses and carpooling are recommended. |
| Official | https://www.town.noto.lg.jp/kakuka/1009/gyomu/5/5441.html (Japanese) |
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Dates and details may change. For the Japanese page with full local tips, see the Japanese version.