Odaishi
Japan's largest statue of Kobo Daishi, and the city bustles with activity during the event.
(The 2026 fiscal year has ended.)
Nobeoka's spring tradition, "Odaishi-san," will be held again this year. This historic festival offers a variety of events, including hospitality, craft displays, and a parade through the city.
During the event, the "Noborizaru Local Products Fair" will also be held, featuring local specialties and stalls from various regions, creating a lively atmosphere.
【event date】
2026/4/17 (Fri) -19th (Sun)
[Venue]
Imayama Daishi (2-3998 Yamashita-cho, Nobeoka City) Approximately 15 minutes on foot from JR Nobeoka Station
[Parking information]
If you are coming by car, please use the "Furukawa Riverbed Free Parking Lot (capacity of approximately 400 cars)".
Please use the free shuttle bus from the parking lot to the Nobeoka Station West Exit express bus stop.
◆運行日時 18日（土）9：00～18：00、19日（日）9：00～17：00
Alternatively, a shuttle taxi (200 yen per person) is a convenient way to get to Imayama Daishi from the east entrance of the temple.
◆Operating hours: Friday, the 17th to Sunday, the 19th, 9:00 AM to 17:00 PM
[Event Schedule]
Yamauchi Events
●Opening memorial service 17th (Friday) 13:00
● Scattering of lucky rice cakes
① Saturday, the 18th, 12:00
② Saturday, the 18th, 14:30
③ Sunday, the 19th, 11:30
④ Sunday, the 19th, 14:00
●Goshodai memorial service 19th (Sunday) 10:00
Street events
●Children's Art Exhibition (Yamashita Shinten-gai Shopping Street) April 10th (Fri) - April 19th (Sun)
● Mitate-zaiku (decorative craftwork) 17th (Fri) - 19th (Sun)
● Hospitality events at each shopping district: Saturday, the 18th - Sunday, the 19th
● Noborizaru Local Products Fair (Yamashita Shinten-gai) Saturday, the 18th and Sunday, the 19th
●City Parade: Sunday, the 19th
【Contact Us】
Events within Imayama Daishi Temple: 0982-32-5290 (Imayama Daishi Keisankai)
Community hospitality: 0982-33-4945 (Nobeoka City Shopping District Association)
Noborizaru Local Products Exhibition: 0982-29-2155 (Nobeoka Tourism Association)
City Parade: 0982-33-6666 (Nobeoka Daishi Festival Supporters Association)
- Category
- Busan Area
Basic Information
Name
Odaishi-san (Nobeoka Imayama Daishi Festival)
Name(confirm)
Odaishi-san (Nobeokaimayamadaishisai)
Address
882-0055
3998, Yamashita 2-chome, Nobeoka City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Access
There is a free parking lot (approximately 400 spaces) along the Furukawa River.
Furukawa Riverbed Parking Lot → Free Shuttle Bus → Nobeoka Station West Exit (Return trip only) → Entrance to Imayama Daishi Temple Pilgrimage Route
*Please note that traffic restrictions will be in place around the venue during the festival period.
Parking
There is a free parking lot (approximately 400 spaces) along the Furukawa River.
Phone Number
*The phone number varies depending on the event.
Contact
Events within Imayama Daishi Temple: 0982-32-5290 (Imayama Daishi Keisankai)
City Parade: 0982-33-6666 (Nobeoka Daishi Festival Supporters Association)
Noborizaru Local Products Exhibition: 0982-29-2155 (Nobeoka Tourism Association)
Community hospitality: 0982-33-4945 (Nobeoka City Shopping District Association)
Date
2026 / 4 / 17 ~ 4 / 19
