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Indigo clothing and venue details for the LITMUS pop-up in Yugawara.Pop-up

LITMUS event information

Pop-up · EXP._Onsen

LITMUS Pop-Up Shop in Yugawara

A two-day pop-up selling natural-indigo clothing and accessories, with a TANA collaboration and re-dyeing consultations.

Why go
Natural-indigo clothing, accessories, and re-dyeing consultations
Watch for
Bring the item you want re-dyed; suitability and pricing are confirmed at…
August 1–2, 202610:00 AM–5:00 PM
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Elegant fireworks over the Yugawara coast at night.Festival

Yugawara Club event artwork

Festival · Across Yugawara

Yugawara Yassa Matsuri 2026

Yugawara’s summer festival runs for two nights, with floats, mikoshi, dancing, and fireworks by the sea. You can even join the international group.

Why go
Two parade nights, a chance to join in, and fireworks by the sea
Watch for
The parades have no rain date; only the fireworks can move to August 23
August 2–3, 2026Two parades
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Poster artwork for the Yugawara earthen wall bamboo lattice workshop.Workshop

Workshop · Yoshihama

Earthen Wall Workshop

A Saturday, May 23 hands-on bamboo lattice workshop for traditional Japanese earthen wall construction. Participants, observers, and short visits are welcome.

Why go
Hands-on bamboo lattice workshop
Watch for
Some details can change — check the notes before making a special trip.
May 23, 2026Bamboo lattice
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