Opening August 1st! Overview of the 3rd Hiroshima International Festival of Peace and Culture Announced!
The Hiroshima International Festival of Peace and Culture Executive Committee has announced the details for the 3rd edition of the festival, known as 'HiroFes.' The event will run for over a month, featuring music, animation, and dance programs across Hiroshima City.
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The Hiroshima International Festival of Peace and Culture Executive Committee has announced the overview for the 3rd Hiroshima International Festival of Peace and Culture (commonly known as 'HiroFes'). Beginning with an opening event on August 1st, a festival of peace and culture featuring music, animation, and dance will unfold across Hiroshima City for over a month, including the 3rd Hiroshima International Conducting Competition, Hiroshima Animation Season 2026, and the 2nd Hiroshima Dance Competition.
Event Period: Saturday, August 1, 2026 – Sunday, September 6, 2026
HiroFes Opening Event
Date and Time: Saturday, August 1, Doors open at 16:00, Starts at 17:00
Venue: JMS Aster Plaza Grand Hall (4-17 Kako-machi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City)
The 3rd Hiroshima International Festival of Peace and Culture (HiroFes), a comprehensive cultural and arts festival featuring music, media arts, and street dance held every two years, is finally set to open on August 1st. Set against the backdrop of Hiroshima in August, this cultural festival will span over a month. Much attention is focused on the opening ceremony, the 'HiroFes Opening Event,' which will mark the start of the festivities.
The HiroFes Opening Event will feature the 'Hiroshima Award' ceremony, honoring artists who have contributed to the promotion of peace and culture, as well as performances by the Hiroshima Symphony Orchestra and a special collaborative program between the orchestra and street dancers. We are preparing an exciting program that everyone can enjoy and look forward to welcoming you. Admission is free.
(Previous Hiroshima Award Recipients)
- Music Category: Keyaki Narusawa
- Media Arts Category: Shinnosuke Yakuwa and the 'Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window' production team
- Street Dance Category: s**t kingz
● HiroFes Official Website URL
https://hiroshimafest.org/
- 3rd Hiroshima International Conducting Competition
https://hiroshimafest.org/music/
- Hiroshima Animation Season 2026
https://animation.hiroshimafest.org/
- 2nd Hiroshima Dance Competition
https://hiroshimafest.org/dance/
[Inquiries regarding this matter]
Hiroshima International Festival of Peace and Culture Executive Committee, Operations Headquarters
(c/o RCC Broadcasting Co., Ltd., TV Station Planning and Promotion Department)
21-3 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, 730-8504
Inquiry link: https://hiroshimafest.org/inquiry.php
Phone: 082-222-1104
Contact: Hidaka (hidaka@rcc.co.jp)
Event Period: Saturday, August 1, 2026 – Sunday, September 6, 2026
HiroFes Opening Event
Date and Time: Saturday, August 1, Doors open at 16:00, Starts at 17:00
Venue: JMS Aster Plaza Grand Hall (4-17 Kako-machi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City)
The 3rd Hiroshima International Festival of Peace and Culture (HiroFes), a comprehensive cultural and arts festival featuring music, media arts, and street dance held every two years, is finally set to open on August 1st. Set against the backdrop of Hiroshima in August, this cultural festival will span over a month. Much attention is focused on the opening ceremony, the 'HiroFes Opening Event,' which will mark the start of the festivities.
The HiroFes Opening Event will feature the 'Hiroshima Award' ceremony, honoring artists who have contributed to the promotion of peace and culture, as well as performances by the Hiroshima Symphony Orchestra and a special collaborative program between the orchestra and street dancers. We are preparing an exciting program that everyone can enjoy and look forward to welcoming you. Admission is free.
(Previous Hiroshima Award Recipients)
- Music Category: Keyaki Narusawa
- Media Arts Category: Shinnosuke Yakuwa and the 'Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window' production team
- Street Dance Category: s**t kingz
● HiroFes Official Website URL
https://hiroshimafest.org/
- 3rd Hiroshima International Conducting Competition
https://hiroshimafest.org/music/
- Hiroshima Animation Season 2026
https://animation.hiroshimafest.org/
- 2nd Hiroshima Dance Competition
https://hiroshimafest.org/dance/
[Inquiries regarding this matter]
Hiroshima International Festival of Peace and Culture Executive Committee, Operations Headquarters
(c/o RCC Broadcasting Co., Ltd., TV Station Planning and Promotion Department)
21-3 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, 730-8504
Inquiry link: https://hiroshimafest.org/inquiry.php
Phone: 082-222-1104
Contact: Hidaka (hidaka@rcc.co.jp)