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Akita · Permanent cultural facility
Akita City Folklore and Performing Arts Center / Old Kaneko Family House
Learn about Akita's Kanto lantern poles and local festivals, with hands-on Kanto and drum corners. The adjoining Kaneko house reveals life in a historic merchant home.
What to see
- Kanto lantern poles, Bonten offerings and Tsuchizaki festival displays
- Kanto and drum activities without reservations
- The shopfront and storehouse of the former Kaneko residence
JR Akita Station → your visit
- Walk about 15 minutes from the station to the center.
Closures & important conditions
29 December–3 January.
Closure information reviewed: 2026-11-06. Check last-minute changes.
Plan your visit
Checked: 2026-10-31 · a facility guide, not a dated festival listing
Hours & admission arrangements
09:30–16:30; last admission 16:15. Check official notices for festival-period extensions.
No reservation needed for Kanto or drum activities. Young children require assistance from a parent or guardian.
What still needs checking
- Regular performance dates in 2027
- Detailed 2027 Kanto Festival schedule
- Image reuse permission
Official sources & photographs
Access to individual areas, exhibits and activities can vary by day.
Photo pending · View official photos ↗