Japanese Fairy Tale Festival
A Festival of Fun and Smiles for Children
In Kusu Town, the birthplace of Kurushima Takehiko, who is known as the " Hans Christian Andersen of Japan," a fairy tale festival is held annually on May 5, Children's Day. The event features koinobori (carp-shaped streamers), symbolizing children's growth and success, inspired by the legend of carp climbing waterfalls. The sight of the large koinobori swimming across the blue sky is truly breathtaking. A popular attraction is the chance to walk through a giant koinobori installed on the ground, which always draws crowds of families with children.
At the Mishima venue, which houses the Kurushima Takehiko Memorial Hall, visitors can enjoy puppet shows, picture-story performances, traditional games, woodworking workshops, and pottery experiences – activities that the whole family can enjoy. At the Kusu River riverside venue, there's a fish-catching event where participants can barbecue their freshly caught fish on-site. In addition, there are sales of local specialties and gourmet dishes made with regional ingredients, ensuring a full day of fun and enjoyment for everyone.
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Basic Information
- Event period
- May 5 (Monday, public holiday), 2025
- Event venue
- Kusugawa Riverside, Mishima Park, and surrounding areas
- Event time
- Varies by venue
- Address (Japanese)
- 879-4403 大分県玖珠郡玖珠町大字帆足357 玖珠川河川敷ほか
- Address
- 357 Oaza Hoashi, Kusu-machi, Kusu River riverbed, etc., Kusu District, Oita, 879-4403
- Telephone Number
- 0973-72-7151（Japanese Fairy Tale Festival Executive Committee (within Kusu Town Social Education Division)）
- Prices
- Free
- Car Park
- First Parking Lot: Riverside Parking Lot – approximately 350 parking spots
Second Parking Lot: Behind Kusu Civil Engineering Office – approximately 120 parking spots
Third Parking Lot: Opposite Riverside Parking Lot – approximately 600 parking spots - Access
- [Kusugawa Riverside Venue (357 Oaza Hoashi, Kusu-machi)]
-Approximately 10 minutes on foot from JR Bungo-Mori Station
[Mishima Venue (Mishima Park, Oaza Mori, Kusu-machi)]
-Approximately 8 minutes from JR Bungo-Mori Station
[Free Shuttle Bus (Approximately 10 minutes)]
-Runs between Mishima Venue (in front of Higashikyu Daiun Corp. Maintenance Factory) and Kusugawa Riverside Venue (along the road in front of Bozanso)
*It takes approximately 10 minutes on foot from the Higashikyu Daiun Corp. Maintenance Factory to the Mishima Venue. - Website
＊Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
