All Japan Kokeshi Festival

At the national kokeshi competition, kokeshis from all over Japan are put on display, and the workmen compete via craftsmanship. With the traditional potters wheel, from Yajirou, Touhoku as the start, there are also new-type kokeshi, and other kokeshi types to be seen, the various craftsmen all have their personal touch on the kokeshis. Furthermore, the local produce festival occurs at the same time meaning you can head into Shiroishi and purchase a lot of various local goods.