Bizen Pottery Festival

This event takes place in the production area of ​​Bizen Pottery, a type of pottery designated as a Japanese Heritage site. Held annually on the third Sunday of October and the Saturday before, it is a major event for Bizen Pottery. Over the two days, approximately 100,000 pottery enthusiasts gather, bringing excitement to the entire town. At the shops and special venues of Bizen Pottery Pottery Association members, products by association members are displayed and sold at a 20% discount off the regular price. In addition to purchasing works by Bizen Pottery artists at a 20% discount, visitors can also experience making pottery using a potter's wheel. ◆Event Dates: October 17th (Saturday) and October 18th (Sunday), 2026 *Held annually on the third Sunday of October and the Saturday before it. ◆Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (until 4:00 PM on the last day) ◆Location: Around JR Ako Imbe Station ( Imbe district, Bizen City , Okayama Prefecture , Bizen Pottery Traditional Industry Hall, etc.)