Discover Daigo

Venture off the beaten path to Daigo, a quaint town with a unique charm. Immerse yourself in the unspoiled beauty of the area, explore fascinating attractions, and experience the tranquility of this hidden gem.

Things to see and do

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Getting around in Daigo

The easiest way to get around in Daigo is by car, since many of the major sights and attractions are not accessible by public transportation. Though, since Daigo is located quite rurally, it is best to rent a car ahead from one of the bigger destinations close by. You can use our car rental widget in the FAQ menu below. 

Getting to Daigo

Nearest airport:

The nearest and most convenient airport is Narita Airport in Chiba prefecture. 

  • by car: approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes

 

Car rentals:

How long to stay in Daigo

We recommend staying in Daigo for about one day. 
 

Festivals in Daigo

There are several festivals here throughout the year. Please be advised that the following list is based upon previous entries of those festivals and that the dates might have changed for the following year. It is also possible that the entire festival is cancelled in the case of heavy rainfall or a natural disaster. Please check with the official organisers' website for the most up-to-date information. 
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For the exact location of any of the festivals listed here, you can consult our map above by clicking on the icon in the upper most corner of the map to open the map legend. Festivals are hidden by default but can be made visible by clicking on the "Festivals" checkbox in the map legend.
 

  • Hitachi no Kuyosakoi Festival

    • Date: May 16th and 17th

 

  • Daigo Town Fireworks Festival and Lantern Floating

    • Date: August 14th

    • Time: 19:15: 21:00

 

  • Suigun Senei Gyosho Festival

    • Date: October 13th

    • Time: 10:00 - 15:00

 

  • Fukushima Jizake Festival

    • Date: October 13th

    • Time: 10:00 - 15:00

Hotels in Daigo

Flights to Daigo

The nearest and most convenient airport is Narita Airport in Chiba prefecture. 

  • by car: approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes

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