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The 74th Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival
The Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival—a seasonal tradition that brings color to the Shonan summer—is taking place.
Visitors can explore and enjoy multiple areas featuring spectacular Tanabata decorations along Shonan Star Mall and Beniya Pearl Road, as well as various events at Mitsukedai Park and Hirashin Hiratsuka Cultural Arts Hall, along with food trucks and street stalls.
Come and experience the grandeur of these historic Tanabata decorations and the festive atmosphere that fills the entire city.
Information
- Event
- The 74th Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival
- Dates
- July 3 (Friday) – July 5 (Sunday), 2026
* Tanabata Festival ends at 8:30 PM (until 7:00 PM on the last day)
* Stalls and booths at Mitsukedai Park are open from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM (until 6:30 PM on the last day)
- Location
- Areas including Shonan Star Mall and Beniya Pearl Road (near the North Exit of Hiratsuka Station) and the Tokaido Main Street vicinity
(Beniya-cho, Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture)