What this is
Bon odori meets beer garden in this summer evening event at the Honmachi intersection in Hakodate — a lively combination of traditional Obon folk dancing performed to live music alongside outdoor dining and drinking. The food spread covers classic Japanese festival staples: grilled meats, yakisoba, yakitori, and edamame, with beer, highballs, sours, and soft drinks on offer. A 120-minute all-you-can-drink option makes it easy to settle in for the night.
Who should go
Anyone after a casual, festive summer evening with food, drinks, and a taste of traditional Japanese culture. Works well for groups, couples, and curious visitors who want to experience Obon season without a formal setting.
Good to know
Entry is ¥1,000 with one drink included; food and further drinks are billed separately, so carry cash as outdoor festival venues in Japan rarely accept foreign cards. The 120-minute all-you-can-drink option is a separate upgrade worth asking about at the door. This is an open-air lot event, so there are no fixed seats — expect standing or casual ground-level seating typical of Japanese beer gardens. Bon odori dancing is participatory by nature, so don't be shy about joining the circle; it's encouraged and no experience is needed.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.