A new summer festival is coming to Kiyomita Park in Yaizu, Shizuoka Prefecture, this August. "BON BON BON 2026" (Bon Matsuri, or "Bonpa") runs for two days, August 22 (Saturday) and 23 (Sunday), 2026, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM each day.
Built around the concept "Reignite the Summer Festival," BON BON BON blends nostalgic and new experiences into one night — bon-odori, DJ sets, festival games, food stalls, and a Lantern Night — for a fresh take on the summer festival, born in Shizuoka.
The event's signature feature is "LANTERN NIGHT." As dusk falls, countless traditional bon lanterns and paper lanterns fill the venue, and the lively daytime atmosphere gives way to a dreamlike world of light. Updating the traditional culture of bon lanterns with a modern touch, the event delivers what organizers call "a night that feels nostalgic, yet new."
Event Overview
- Event name: BON BON BON 2026 (Bon Matsuri, Bonpa)
- Dates: August 22 (Saturday) and 23 (Sunday), 2026 — 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM each day
- Venue: Kiyomita Park (1626 Sangamyo, Yaizu, Shizuoka Prefecture — next to the Yaizu City Cultural Center)
- Access: 400 parking spaces / shuttle bus from Yaizu Station / 20-minute walk from Yaizu Station
- Admission: From ¥1,500 for early-bird tickets, ¥2,000 for advance tickets, ¥3,500 for a 2-day pass, ¥2,500 for same-day tickets, and more (tax included; details below)
- Target attendance: Approximately 13,000 people over the two days
- Vendors: Approximately 40 stalls (food, kitchen cars, goods, and workshops)
- Official website: https://bon-bon-bon.jp/
- Official Instagram: @bon.matsuri (https://www.instagram.com/bon.matsuri)
- Organizer: nonii Co., Ltd.
As the lively music stage wraps up and the sun begins to set, the mood turns gradually more romantic. The festival's colors shift from a bustling afternoon into the gentle quiet of night.
With wishes carried into the night sky, Lantern Night begins — the special moment that builds toward the day's climax.
Visitors write words of hope, gratitude, or a message to someone dear, then release their feelings onto a lantern. Each lantern carries its own story, one for every person who picks up a brush.
Watch as words written for someone special turn into a warm glow and rise into the summer night sky, one after another — an unforgettable moment to experience for yourself.
It promises to be a night to remember, and makes for a special outing with someone important — perfect for an anniversary, a date, or a summer memory.
MC: K-MIX's Masazumi Takahashi
Guiding this special evening is Masazumi Takahashi, a familiar voice from Shizuoka radio station K-MIX. His narration helps set the mood for the dreamlike moment when the lanterns rise.
Lantern Night Tickets
LANTERN NIGHT Experience Ticket (up to 4 people per lantern)
- Early bird, non-refundable: ¥3,980 (through August 9)
- Early bird, with refund guarantee: ¥4,980
- Advance, non-refundable: ¥4,480 (August 10–16)
- Advance, with refund guarantee: ¥5,480
- Same-day, non-refundable: ¥5,980
Set discounts
- Pair set (early bird): ¥6,480 → ¥500 off
- Group set (early bird): ¥8,980 → ¥1,000 off
Tickets are available in advance through the ticketing site Asoview or the BON BON BON official website. On the day, tickets can also be purchased with cash or PayPay.
Note: Admission to the lawn area for the Lantern Night experience is free. A separate admission ticket is required for the main area, where the live music stage and other events take place.
Live Stage Lineup
D.W.Nicols
Performing August 22 and 23
Bambino
Performing August 23
PAPA U-Gee
Performing August 22
BlueVintage
Performing August 23
Masato Shibata
Performing August 22 and 23
大塚 晴也
Performing August 22 and 23
MINYO CRUSADERS
Performing August 22
K-MIX's Masazumi Takahashi
Appearing August 22 and 23
Festival Admission Tickets
Tax included; on sale through Asoview.
- Early-bird 1-day ticket: ¥1,500 (through August 9; limited to the first 2,000 tickets)
- Advance 1-day ticket: ¥2,000 / 2-day pass: ¥3,500 (on sale August 10–21)
- Same-day 1-day ticket: ¥2,500 (from August 22; purchasable online or at the venue with cash or PayPay)
- Yaizu resident ticket: ¥1,500 in advance (¥2,000 same-day; proof of address required)
- Student ticket: ¥800 in advance (¥1,000 same-day; student ID required)
- Elementary school age and under: Free
- Set tickets combining festival admission with a Lantern Night experience ticket (1 lantern for up to 4 people) are also available
Tickets are available at the official website or through the following box offices:
- Asoview: https://www.asoview.com/channel/tickets/nFFR1q3b9K
- Eplus: https://eplus.jp/sf/word/0000181973
- Official website: https://bon-bon-bon.jp/ (for discount and ticket-type details)
More updates will be posted on the official Instagram (@bon.matsuri).
BON BON Area (Paid Admission)
LIVE STAGE — Sing, Laugh
Music fills the air, and laughter follows. From shamisen and folk song to reggae and pop, acclaimed artists across genres take over the outdoor stage, joined by performances from popular comedians. Feel the energy of a live show that brings the whole crowd together — a night of music beneath the Yaizu sky, from dusk into evening, for every generation.
BONDANCE — Dance, By Night
Classic bon-odori tunes get a DJ remix. Songs everyone has heard before come alive again with a new rhythm — nostalgic, yet new, and easy for anyone to dance to regardless of generation. Gather around the yagura tower and dance the night away; no need to know the steps beforehand.
MARKET — Eat, Enjoy
Popular shops that usually draw long lines come together from across Japan, with more than 40 stalls centered on trending food and sweets. Goods and workshops round out the lineup — come discover a favorite new stall.
YOKOCHO — Play, Relax
Classic festival games like yo-yo fishing and ring toss, plus kendama performances, a paper-balloon challenge, and a Super Famicom corner bring back the games of the Showa era. Step into a nostalgic play zone that feels like a trip back in time, complete with prizes for those who take on the challenges.
BON PARK Area (Free Admission)
WATER — Get Splashed, Battle
"Songkran Splash" — dive in! A water-gun battle kicks off in the fountain area. Adults and kids alike can get soaked and enjoy summer to the fullest. Water gun rental: ¥300 per 15 minutes; bringing your own is also fine.
LANTERN NIGHT — Light, By Night
Countless lanterns rise into the night sky, filling it with a sea of light. Each glowing lantern, carrying someone's heartfelt wish, lights up the Yaizu night sky. On the final day, the evening closes with an illuminated soap-bubble experience and the finale, "OKURIBI," for an unforgettable send-off.
A separate "Lantern Launch Ticket" is required to release a lantern (up to 4 people per lantern).
