A summer favorite is making its highly anticipated return to Kanagawa this month. The Citta Matsuri Festival 2026 will take place from June 19 to June 21 in Kawasaki, just south of Tokyo, bringing three days of excitement, food, drinks, and live entertainment to festival-goers of all ages.
What Is Citta Matsuri?
Citta Matsuri is one of the most popular summer festivals in the Tokyo metropolitan area, held annually at the Citta entertainment complex in Kawasaki. Known for its lively atmosphere, the festival features a wide array of food stalls offering everything from yakitori and takoyaki to international cuisine. Craft beer lovers will find plenty to enjoy, with local and regional brews served throughout the event grounds.
Live music performances and stage shows keep the energy high across all three days, with a mix of local bands, DJs, and traditional Japanese performers. The festival grounds also include market stalls where visitors can shop for handmade crafts, unique souvenirs, and artisan products from the Kanagawa region.
Best of all, entry to the festival is completely free, making it an accessible and affordable day trip from Tokyo for locals and tourists alike.
Custom Apparel for the Festival Season
Summer festival season in Japan is the perfect time to break out custom-printed apparel. Whether you are attending Citta Matsuri with friends, a school group, or your company team, matching T-shirts add to the fun and help your group stand out in the crowd. Festival-themed designs featuring Japanese summer motifs like fireworks, yukata patterns, or the iconic Citta tower make for memorable keepsakes.
Beyond T-shirts, custom festival accessories like tote bags, hats, and handkerchiefs are practical and popular. If you are planning to attend as part of an organized group or just want to create your own custom festival look, PHShirt offers professional screen printing and embroidery services to bring your designs to life.
Getting to Citta Matsuri
The Citta complex is located in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, approximately 20 minutes from Shibuya or Shinagawa by train. The venue is a short walk from Kawasaki Station on the JR Keihin-Tohoku and Tokaido lines, making it one of the most accessible summer festivals in the greater Tokyo area.
Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of summer, music, and community. Mark your calendars for June 19 through 21 and experience one of Kanagawa’s best summer festivals.