Kansai Airports is pleased to announce that “ITAMI Tohoku Festival 2026” will be held at Osaka Itami Airport on Saturday, 13 June and Sunday, 14 June 2026.
This event is organized in cooperation with cities in the Tohoku region served by Osaka Itami Airport, with the aim of introducing the charms of the region to airport users. At the venue, participating local governments will set up PR booths showcasing local specialties, tourist destinations and other highlights unique to the region. In addition to events that allow visitors to experience traditional cultural practices, the festival will feature programs symbolic of the Tohoku region offering opportunities for visitors to engage with the region’s culture and attractions. The event aims to deepen visitors’ awareness of the region’s charm and inspire interest in future travel.
Kansai Airports Group will continue its efforts to deliver the charm of its airports and served destinations to an even wider audience through the creation of enjoyable events for its customers.
Event Overview
Date & Time: Saturday, 13 June 2026, 10:00 to 20:00 and Sunday, 14 June 2026, 10:00 to 16:00
Venue: Osaka Itami Airport, Temporary event site near the South Parking Structure
Event details:
-Akita Kanto Festival performance
-Akita Prefecture, Oga Namahage Taiko Drumming show
-Yamagata Prefecture, free serving of Imoni – taro and meat stew (limited to the fist 500 servings per day)
-Fukushima Prefecture, Fukushima destination campaign
-Others: gathering of local mascot characters, Ultraman Omega show
Organizer: Kansai Airports
Sponsor: Duskin Rent-All
Partners: Osaka Itami Airport Area Revitalization Liason Committee
HP: https://www.kansai-airport.or.jp/special/event/20260613
Notes: The event may change or be cancelled without notice due to weather or other operational reasons