The 53rd Kobe Matsuri is on Sunday, May 17th! New Venue TOTTEI is Full of Events, TOTTEI PARK Features Dance Performances and New Sports Experiences, Plus Kobe Matsuri's First Digital Stamp Rally!
TOTTEI, which celebrated its first anniversary on the Kobe waterfront, will join the 53rd Kobe Matsuri as an official venue for the first time this year. It will offer a wide range of content for all ages, including dance stages, new sports experiences, gourmet food, and Kobe Matsuri's first digital stamp rally.
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TOTTEI, which celebrated its first anniversary on the Kobe waterfront, will join the 53rd "Kobe Matsuri" as an official venue for the first time this year.
One Bright KOBE Co., Ltd., which operates the facility, is promoting new vibrancy centered around "GLION ARENA KOBE (hereinafter referred to as the Arena) / TOTTEI." At this festival, they will offer content enjoyable for all generations, such as dance stages and new sports experiences.
Furthermore, as a first for Kobe Matsuri, a digital stamp rally will be held using the "TOTTEI KOBE Official App." As a special benefit for TOTTEI visitors, the first 600 people will receive a free drink. Additionally, visitors who stop by two or more festival venues will be entered into a lottery to win prizes such as a backstage tour of the Arena or limited-edition Kobe Storks merchandise.
Along with Kyomachi-suji, which will be a new parade route this time, please enjoy touring each venue.
【Event Contents】
1. TOTTEI PARK: Viewing & Experience Events to Enjoy at the Open Waterfront
① Dance Harbor: Performances in a superb location surrounded by the sea on 270 degrees
On the stage of the open "TOTTEI PARK" surrounded by the sea, kids' dance and cheer dance stages will be held. Dynamic performances will liven up the festival.
② New Sports & Traditional Performing Arts Experience: Diverse Activities in the Lawn Area and Hall
Lawn Area:
A new sports corner will appear where anyone can easily enjoy activities such as Mölkky, flying disc, double dutch, and dance experiences.
Hall (Green Hill):
Workshops will be held where you can experience traditional Japanese performing arts such as Kagura and Nohgaku.
③ Gourmet & Picnic: Takeout Menu Available at All Stores
All restaurants and food trucks within TOTTEI will offer takeout menus perfect for the festival. You can enjoy a picnic atmosphere on the "Green Hill" with a panoramic view of the Kobe waterfront.
2. First-ever Kobe Matsuri Digital Stamp Rally! Enjoy Touring the Festival Venues
For the first time, a digital stamp rally will be held to enjoy touring the Kobe Matsuri spots. Download the "TOTTEI KOBE Official App" and visit two or more designated spots such as "Children's Book Forest" and "TOTTEI" to enter a lottery for prizes! Details will be announced via the app and email newsletters. Please download the app in advance to prepare.
【Stamp Rally Participation Benefits】
Check in at two or more Kobe Matsuri venues to enter a lottery for prizes!
① [Lottery] Invitation to Arena Backstage Tour (3 pairs, 6 people)
An invitation to a tour where you can fully experience the charm of the Arena, including areas normally off-limits. You will also be guided through the dressing room routes used by athletes and artists. This is also recommended for pre-event venue inspections.
Tour Date & Time:
June 1, 2026 (Monday) 17:00-18:00 (tentative)
How to Apply for Lottery:
After achieving check-in at two or more stamp rally spots, complete the application by answering the questionnaire from the banner on the app's HOME screen.
② [Win on the spot!] Kobe Storks Original Goods Lottery
After checking in at two or more venues, present your app at the special TOTTEI booth to win Kobe Storks original goods on the spot.
Lottery Date & Time: May 17 (Sunday) 11:00-16:30 (Ends when prizes run out)
③ [Receive on the spot!] TOTTEI Visitor Benefit: Free Drink (First 600 people)
Just present the coupon obtained by checking in at TOTTEI at the special booth!
Distribution Time: May 17 (Sunday) 11:00-16:30 (First-come, first-served, ends when supplies run out)
3. "Machinaka Performance" also held at TOTTEI Venue
Performances by registered artists of "KOBE Machinaka Performance" will also be held at TOTTEI WEST CORRIDOR. Enjoy a pleasant live performance while feeling the sea breeze.
Live Schedule: https://www.totteikobe.jp/event/article/26443
【Event Overview】
Name: The 53rd Kobe Matsuri
Date & Time: May 17, 2026 (Sunday) 11:00-16:30
Organizer: Kobe Citizens' Festival Association
Official Web: https://kobe-matsuri.com/event
Flyer: https://kobe-matsuri.com/download/kobe-matsuri2026-flyer
Cooperation: One Bright KOBE Co., Ltd.
One Bright KOBE Co., Ltd., which operates the facility, is promoting new vibrancy centered around "GLION ARENA KOBE (hereinafter referred to as the Arena) / TOTTEI." At this festival, they will offer content enjoyable for all generations, such as dance stages and new sports experiences.
Furthermore, as a first for Kobe Matsuri, a digital stamp rally will be held using the "TOTTEI KOBE Official App." As a special benefit for TOTTEI visitors, the first 600 people will receive a free drink. Additionally, visitors who stop by two or more festival venues will be entered into a lottery to win prizes such as a backstage tour of the Arena or limited-edition Kobe Storks merchandise.
Along with Kyomachi-suji, which will be a new parade route this time, please enjoy touring each venue.
【Event Contents】
1. TOTTEI PARK: Viewing & Experience Events to Enjoy at the Open Waterfront
① Dance Harbor: Performances in a superb location surrounded by the sea on 270 degrees
On the stage of the open "TOTTEI PARK" surrounded by the sea, kids' dance and cheer dance stages will be held. Dynamic performances will liven up the festival.
② New Sports & Traditional Performing Arts Experience: Diverse Activities in the Lawn Area and Hall
Lawn Area:
A new sports corner will appear where anyone can easily enjoy activities such as Mölkky, flying disc, double dutch, and dance experiences.
Hall (Green Hill):
Workshops will be held where you can experience traditional Japanese performing arts such as Kagura and Nohgaku.
③ Gourmet & Picnic: Takeout Menu Available at All Stores
All restaurants and food trucks within TOTTEI will offer takeout menus perfect for the festival. You can enjoy a picnic atmosphere on the "Green Hill" with a panoramic view of the Kobe waterfront.
2. First-ever Kobe Matsuri Digital Stamp Rally! Enjoy Touring the Festival Venues
For the first time, a digital stamp rally will be held to enjoy touring the Kobe Matsuri spots. Download the "TOTTEI KOBE Official App" and visit two or more designated spots such as "Children's Book Forest" and "TOTTEI" to enter a lottery for prizes! Details will be announced via the app and email newsletters. Please download the app in advance to prepare.
【Stamp Rally Participation Benefits】
Check in at two or more Kobe Matsuri venues to enter a lottery for prizes!
① [Lottery] Invitation to Arena Backstage Tour (3 pairs, 6 people)
An invitation to a tour where you can fully experience the charm of the Arena, including areas normally off-limits. You will also be guided through the dressing room routes used by athletes and artists. This is also recommended for pre-event venue inspections.
Tour Date & Time:
June 1, 2026 (Monday) 17:00-18:00 (tentative)
How to Apply for Lottery:
After achieving check-in at two or more stamp rally spots, complete the application by answering the questionnaire from the banner on the app's HOME screen.
② [Win on the spot!] Kobe Storks Original Goods Lottery
After checking in at two or more venues, present your app at the special TOTTEI booth to win Kobe Storks original goods on the spot.
Lottery Date & Time: May 17 (Sunday) 11:00-16:30 (Ends when prizes run out)
③ [Receive on the spot!] TOTTEI Visitor Benefit: Free Drink (First 600 people)
Just present the coupon obtained by checking in at TOTTEI at the special booth!
Distribution Time: May 17 (Sunday) 11:00-16:30 (First-come, first-served, ends when supplies run out)
3. "Machinaka Performance" also held at TOTTEI Venue
Performances by registered artists of "KOBE Machinaka Performance" will also be held at TOTTEI WEST CORRIDOR. Enjoy a pleasant live performance while feeling the sea breeze.
Live Schedule: https://www.totteikobe.jp/event/article/26443
【Event Overview】
Name: The 53rd Kobe Matsuri
Date & Time: May 17, 2026 (Sunday) 11:00-16:30
Organizer: Kobe Citizens' Festival Association
Official Web: https://kobe-matsuri.com/event
Flyer: https://kobe-matsuri.com/download/kobe-matsuri2026-flyer
Cooperation: One Bright KOBE Co., Ltd.