This event encourages you to walk or run a fifty-five kilometer course all the way around the island as you interact with local people in beautiful Rishiri island.

Day: The second Sunday of June

Place: Throughout Rishiri island

・ From June 20th to 22 nd : Senhoushi Shrine Festival

・ From June 24th to June 26 th : Kitamifuji Shrine Festival

The festivals held at those two shrines celebrate the arrival of summer.

Will be held in late June

Place: Rishiri Mikaeridai Enchi Lookout

This event is held to pray for safety of Mt. Rishiri climbers.

Date: From August 5 th to 6 th

This is the biggest and most exciting festival in Rishiri island. Many events for children are held during the day, and a market “Dontoichi ” is held on the main street at night. A lot of people gather and enjoy dances and parades.

Will be held in Mid-August

Place: Rishiri Town Baseball Park

This is the biggest outdoor live concert in Rishiri island in which local bands and professional musicians play music for visitors.

Day: The fourth Sunday of August (tentative)

This is an event for bicycling lovers who are from Rishiri, other parts of Japan , even for those from overseas. Participants are expected to interact with one another as they enjoy the beauty of nature. A souvenir will be given to all the participants. FREE BICYCLE RENTAL!

Will be held in late August
Place: Downtown Kutsugata

This annual festival has been held since 1997 for Rishiri restaurant owners as an opportunity to express gratitude to their customers. A variety of events are held in downtown Kutsugata. The festival signifies the end of summer in Rishiri.