[Gunma Event] Including a World Yamato-imo Grating Championship! The Annual Yamato-imo Festival 'Mugitoro Festival' to be Held in Ota City, Gunma
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- [Gunma Event] Including a World Yamato-imo Grating Championship! The Annual Yamato-imo Festival 'Mugitoro Festival' to be Held in Ota City, Gunma
- Michi-no-Eki Ota in Ota City, Gunma Prefecture, will hold the 'Mugitoro Festival' on June 14, 2026. The event will feature a variety of activities celebrating local specialties, including the Yamato-imo grating tournament 'TORORO World Championship' and a guest appearance by an influencer.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: May 30, 2026
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Michi-no-Eki Ota in Ota City, Gunma Prefecture, will hold the 'Mugitoro Festival' on June 14, 2026. The event will feature a variety of activities celebrating local specialties, including the Yamato-imo grating tournament 'TORORO World Championship' and a guest appearance by an influencer.
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- [Gunma Event] Including a World Yamato-imo Grating Championship! The Annual Yamato-imo Festival 'Mugitoro Festival' to be Held in Ota City, Gunma (May 30, 2026), PR Times
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- May 30, 2026
Michi-no-Eki Ota in Ota City, Gunma Prefecture, will hold the 'Mugitoro Festival' on June 14, 2026. The event will feature a variety of activities celebrating local specialties, including the Yamato-imo grating tournament 'TORORO World Championship' and a guest appearance by an influencer.
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This year marks the 13th anniversary of the 'Mugitoro Festival,' where visitors can enjoy and experience the appeal of 'Yamato-imo' (mountain yam), a specialty product of Ota City. This year, the popular annual Yamato-imo grating competition will be upgraded and held as the 'TORORO World Championship' to determine the world's fastest yam grater. Participation requires prior reservation at Michi-no-Eki Ota (registrations close once capacity is reached).
Ota City-born influencer 'Kopi' to serve as a one-day station master at Michi-no-Eki Ota!
On the day, influencer 'Kopi,' originally from Ota City and boasting a total of 1.2 million social media followers, will appear as the one-day station master for Michi-no-Eki Ota, the venue of the Mugitoro Festival. Kopi, who is active as a creator, singer, and actor, will liven up the venue with everyone!
Plenty of other events!
Various other events will be held at the venue, including the popular 'Mekata de Don' project, where participants can win Ota-grown vegetables by guessing the total weight of their purchased items, all-you-can-pack potato events, a local band music stage hosted by Michi-no-Eki Ota Deputy Station Master Mika Gurai, and displays including disaster relief vehicles from Nitta Food Support (NPO) and disaster beds from Kotobukiya Fronte Co., Ltd. The event will be moderated by the Michi-no-Eki Ota Goodwill Ambassadors, Ankanminkan.
Event Name: 13th Mugitoro Festival
Date: June 14, 2026 (Sun)
Venue: Michi-no-Eki Ota (701-1 Kasukawa-cho, Ota City, Gunma Prefecture)
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Organizer: Michi-no-Eki Ota
Supporter: Ota City
FAQ
When and where will the 13th Barley and Taro Festival be held?
It will be held on June 14, 2026 (Sunday) at the 'Michi-no-Eki Oota' located at 701-1 Kasukawa-cho, Oota City, Gunma Prefecture.
How can I participate in the 'TORORO World Championship'?
You need to make a reservation in advance at Michi-no-Eki Oota. Registration will close once the capacity is reached.
What are the highlights of the event?
Highlights include the 'TORORO World Championship' yam-grating contest, a one-day station master appointment for influencer 'kopi', a weight guessing game 'Mekata de Don', local band performances, and disaster support exhibits.
Who is organizing this event?
The event is organized by Michi-no-Eki Oota, with support from Oota City.
Where can I contact Michi-no-Eki Oota for event inquiries?
Please contact Michi-no-Eki Oota at 0276-56-9350.