Introducing information on recommended events for dogs by region!

In 1987, November 1st was designated as ``Dog Day'' by the Pet Food Association, as it was the day when three dog barks were heard in a row, ``Wang, wan, wan!''!

Many dog ​​events are held all over the country.

Here we will introduce recommended events for dogs around the country, so please take a look!

Recommended events for dogs [Hokkaido/Tohoku]

Source: Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture homepage

Dog Festival (Akita)

event date	Fee	Venue
February 11th and 12th, 2023	Some charges apply	Around Yuzawa City General Gymnasium Yuzawa city center shopping street

Official site

Inukko Festival with a history of about 400 years

A variety of unique events are held here that attract many tourists and dog lovers from within and outside the prefecture.

The cute Inukko stone statue and Inukko Shrine are popular photo spots on the day.

At the ``Dog Prayer Festival'' held at the Inukko Shrine made of snow, you can pray for the longevity and health of your beloved dog, and you can also make individual ``Inukkko Prayers'' on an individual basis!

Recommended events for dogs [Kanto]

Source: Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture homepage

Interpet Tokyo 2023

event date	Fee	Venue
March 31st - April 2nd, 2023	General admission tickets available from February 22nd Sold at Play Guide Same-day parking ticket 4500 yen 1 day ticket 1500 yen Afternoon ticket 700 yen	Tokyo Big Sight East Hall 〒220-0012 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo

Official site

This is Japan's largest lifestyle event where you can enjoy your pets.

There are various companies opening stores, and there are shops for not only dogs but also cats, as well as hands-on events, so bring your pet along!

Yoyogi Park Wan Wan Carnival

event date	Fee	Venue
April 8th - April 9th, 2023	Free admission	Yoyogi park 〒151-0052 2-1 Yoyogi Kamiencho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Official site

This is one of the largest dog events in the city, where dogs and dog lovers can enjoy a day of fun.

There are a variety of events such as dog health checkups, quiz competitions, and waiting competitions, as well as a dog cafe and dog photo corner.

At the event, we provide useful information about pet dogs and engage in activities to improve morale, so many people can learn about the wonders of coexistence with dogs.

ZIPANG2023 ~Japanese dog festival~

event date	Fee	Venue
April 23, 2023 Event time: 9:30-16:00	Advance ticket: 2000 yen for adults 1000 yen for elementary school students and under Free for children under 3 years old Same-day ticket: Adult 3000 yen 1000 yen for elementary school students and under Free for children under 3 years old (Puppy dog ​​1000-2000 yen)	Nasu Highland Park 〒325-0398 Takakuotsu, Nasu Town, Nasu District, Tochigi Prefecture 3375

Official site

This is the largest event for the extremely popular Japanese dogs and their owners.

At the event, there will be plenty of merchandise booths, as well as a game corner, training, manners, and other content that owners can enjoy, so you can have fun all day long.

You can also eat, play, and even stay overnight while interacting with Japanese dog owners from all over the world!

Recommended events for dogs [Chubu]

3rd Frarie Wanwan Marche

event date	Fee	Venue
March 4, 2023 Event time: 10:00~16:00	Free admission	Hisaya Odori Garden Frarie 460-0011 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture 4-4-1

Official Instagram

This is a marche where you can enjoy a leisurely walk with your dog while feeling nature such as flowers and greenery in the Hisaya Odori Garden.

There are many dog ​​goods on sale, so find your favorite and get it!

This is only the third time it has been held, but it is a popular event.

2nd Wan Wan Big Thanksgiving

event date	Fee	Venue
March 21, 2023 Event time: 9:30~15:00	advance ticket set 2 tickets for adults: 1000 yen Advance ticket: 500 yen per adult Same-day ticket: 1000 yen per adult	Dog Resort Woof 401-0501 Lake Yamanaka, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture Murayama Junior High 280

Official site

This event is held every year at the dog resort Woof, which is well known to dog lovers.

Since many stores are participating, there is a wide variety of goods and various events.

There are also many participatory events, so you can have fun playing with your dog all day long.

Recommended events for dogs [Kansai]

Wanyan Festival in Toyonaka

event date	Fee	Venue
February 11, 2023 Event time: 10:00~16:00	Entrance fee 500 yen	Hattori Ryokuchi Park Sports Square A 〒561-0873 Hattori Ryokuchi 1, Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture

Official site

There are four areas: Activities, Stage Events, Marche Food, and Welfare, making it an event that the whole family can enjoy.

Unfortunately, the event in 2022 has been postponed, but it will be held in 2023 for the first time in two years!

This is an event where not only dogs but also cats are welcome, so if you are interested, please join us!

Pet Kingdom Osaka 2023

event date	Fee	Venue
May 3rd to May 4th, 2023 Event time: 10:00~17:00	advance ticket Adults (junior high school students and above) 1,600 yen Child (3 years old to elementary school student) 800 yen Tickets for today Adults (junior high school students and above) 1,900 yen Child (3 years old to elementary school student) 1100 yen	Kyocera Dome Osaka 〒550-0023 Chiyosaki, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 2-1 in 3-chome

Official site

This is an event where you can meet a variety of animals, from dogs and cats to insects and reptiles.

The stage event features a variety of stages, including performance shows, demonstrations of nursing care dogs, disaster relief dogs, and hero shows.

There is also a petting corner and a photo corner, so it's not enough for one day, so kids will enjoy it too.

Recommended events for dogs [Kyushu]

Wanyan Dome 2023 in Fukuoka

event date	Fee	Venue
March 4th to March 5th, 2023 Event time: 10:00~17:00	advance ticket Adults 1600 yen Children 800 yen Tickets for today Adults 1800 yen Children 1000 yen	Fukuoka International Center 812-0021 Chikko, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture Honmachi 2-2

Official site

It's one of the largest pet events in the Tokai region, so you can meet world champion dogs and even rare cats.

Of course, pets are allowed, so it's an animal interaction event that everyone from adults to children can enjoy!

We also sell a lot of pet goods, so find your favorite!

Summary of recommended events for dogs

This time we have introduced recommended events for dogs, but we have only introduced a few of them.

Compared to cats and other animals, events for dogs are held around the country relatively every month.

Participate in the event you're interested in and get to know goods that can only be purchased at the event and meet dog lovers!