Scenes from the Salt Field Festival at the Mitajiri Salt Field Memorial Industrial Park
Experience salt making at Hofu’s reconstructed salt fields at the Mitajiri Salt Field Festival
The Mitajiri Salt Field Memorial Industrial Park in Hofu, Yamaguchi Prefecture, will host the “Mitajiri Salt Field Memorial Industrial Park Salt Field Festival” on October 25, 2026. Visitors can try making salt at the site, where salt fields from the Edo period have been reconstructed. Performances of Hamako-uta (salt workers’ songs) and Shiohama Taiko drumming are also planned. The event offers a chance to learn about Hofu’s salt-making history and enjoy local performances.
- Venue
- Mitajiri Salt Field Memorial Industrial Park
- Admission & participation
- Please check official announcements for admission requirements.
HIGHLIGHTS
Event highlights
Learn how salt was made at a reconstructed salt field
During the Edo period, Hofu developed into one of Japan’s major salt-producing areas, alongside Ako. The festival takes place at the Mitajiri Salt Field Memorial Industrial Park, where salt fields from that time have been reconstructed. It is a place to get a closer sense of the history of salt making and the industry that supported the local community.
The facility’s regular salt-making experience lets visitors try part of the process of making Mitajiri salt using the irihama method. The regular program lists two activities: “salt extraction,” in which concentrated saltwater (brine) is collected, and “boiling,” in which the brine is boiled down to extract the salt. The festival information also mentions salt-making activities, but does not specify which steps will be available on the day, how long they will take, or how to participate.
Performances of Hamako-uta and Shiohama Taiko
The festival will also feature performances of Hamako-uta and Shiohama Taiko drumming. The published information does not give performance times or performers, so if you would like to plan your visit around them, check the schedule in advance.
The facility’s regular information states that salt-making experiences are held from April to October and take about two hours. Fees are ¥310 for adults and ¥200 for children, and reservations are required at least seven days in advance. These conditions apply to the regular salt-making experience; it has not been confirmed that the festival-day participation fee, registration process, or activities will be the same. The published information also does not list the festival hours or admission fee, so visitors interested in the activity should check the conditions for the day in advance.
EVENT INFORMATION
Dates & participation
Official title三田尻塩田記念産業公園 塩田まつり
| Dates | 2026-10-25 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Mitajiri Salt Field Memorial Industrial Park |
| Fees and Participation | Check the official information |
| Address | 381-3 Hamakata, Hofu, Yamaguchi Prefecture |
Hours, admission rules, and ticket availability are subject to change. Please check the official website before heading out.
ACCESS
How to get there
Step-by-step guide
What to Check Before Your Visit
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Date and Hours
The festival takes place on October 25, 2026. Its hours are not listed in the published information, so check them before planning your day.
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Activity and Performance Details
Please distinguish the regular experience’s fee, duration, and reservation requirements from the arrangements for the festival. Check which activities will be available on the day, how to take part, and the performance times.
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Venue Location
The venue is the Mitajiri Salt Field Memorial Industrial Park at 381-3 Hamakata, Hofu, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Check the location on a map before setting out.
Detailed access info
Check the venue’s location using the official information and a map. Please also consult the official access information before setting out.
381-3 Hamakata, Hofu, Yamaguchi Prefecture
Google Maps search result based on venue name and address. Please check official sources for the specific event hall and entrance location on the day.