Nara Basara Festival 2026
Nara's energetic summer counterpoint — vivid street-dance teams parade past Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha and Sanjo-dori.
When · Where
- When
- 2026/08/29 02:00 – 2026/08/30
- Where
- Sanjo-dori, Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha and Nara Park（Central Nara City, Nara）
- City
- Nara
- Getting there
- Central venues are within walking distance of Kintetsu Nara Station.
- Price
- Free
- Organizer
- Basara Matsuri Executive Committee
Good to know for visitors
- Getting there
- Central venues are within walking distance of Kintetsu Nara Station. Open directions in Google Maps ↗
- Booking & entry
- Free to attend — details on the official page (button above).
- Language
- Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
- Good for
- music fans, families, groups of friends
Highlights
- Vivid modern street-dance teams of all ages
- Dancing past Nara's ancient temples and shrines
- A lively, family-friendly daytime atmosphere
Background & story
Started in 1999, Basara Matsuri brings vibrant street-dance energy to the ancient capital — a lively modern counterpoint to Nara's solemn temple festivals.
Good to know
Sanjo-dori has the best parade viewing; it's a great daytime event for families.