The Giant Rhododendron of Shiki

　The Rhododendron Festival is held at the Kishidake Furusatokan, timed to coincide with the blooming of the flowers. Local products and Rhododendron seedlings are available.


Location: Kitahata Tokusue, Kishtake Furusatokan

Enjoy tea grown in Kitahata at the [Shincha Festival]

　The Shincha Festival is held at Kishidake Furusatokan, where you can enjoy tea grown in Kitahata, one of the foremost tea growing regions in Kyushu.

　Fragrant Kitahata green tea is born from the pure air and water of the region. You can sample and purchase Kitahata tea at our tea processing facility. Tea Yokan, a sweet made with Kitahata tea and matcha is a local favorite.

Place: Kitahata Tokusue  Furusatokan
Time: From late April through Early May

A festival of Tokusue Yasakajinja featuring floats and accompanying drum and whistle music.

　It is believed that the history of this festival goes back 270 years. It was revived in 1982, and happens during the last Saturday and Sunday of July.
　
　　　　

Fireworks light up the night sky of Kitahata

　With themes of sky letters and even Niagara falls, there will be 700 fireworks launched. Fireworks are launched near the event area, making it a very exciting event. The Tokusue Gion Yamagasa is held concurrently, giving you even more to enjoy.
　
　　
　　　　　Video here.

Kishidake Fire Festival

　This fair in the center of Kishidake at the central square showcases local produce, as well as offering produce at wholesale prices. There is also a small truck flea market, where items are sold from the backs of small trucks. Every year, the main events planned at center stage attract many visitors.

The largest fall event in Kitahata

　 Held at the Kitahata Chuo Hiroba in the center of Kitahata. At this lively event, visitors can sample local produce and products at the many stands and booths, or enjoy.

Make the rounds of Kitahata's
「Local Treasures」

　At this event, one can visit many sites of interest on foot, learning about Karatsu ceramic ware and the history of Kishidake castle on the way. Guides will walk you through Kitahata, including to the old kiln ruins and the stone walls of the Kishidake castle ruins. Kill two birds with one stone by having a history lesson and getting your exercise in all at once!