Keroppa Bon Odori for Noto
のと復興祈願 ケロッパ盆踊り
2026 edition not yet announced (2025 edition was August 23)
Organized by "Kaeru-dan," a volunteer group that has supported Noto since the days after the 2024 earthquake, this free bon odori brings traditional dancing and live folk music to a park in central Kanazawa. Its purpose is to keep attention on a region still in need. Check the organizer's channels for the 2026 date.
Overview
| Date | 2026 edition not yet announced (2025 edition was August 23) |
|---|---|
| Venue | いしかわ四高記念公園（金沢市広坂）ほか |
| Access | Bus to Korinbo; next to the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art. |
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