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Tochigi City, known as "Little Edo" for its beautifully preserved traditional streetscapes and heritage associated with Japan's historic river transportation, is a major city in Tochigi Prefecture. Just over 70 minutes from the downtown Asakusa area of Tokyo, by Tobu Railway, the city offers visitors a glimpse into Japan's past. This year, the Tochigi Autumn Festival will take place over two days, Saturday, November 14, and Sunday, November 15, 2026.
TOCHIGI CITY, Japan - Oct. 29, 2026 - PRLog -- The Tochigi Autumn Festival dates back to 1874, when festival floats, known as dashi, were paraded in honor of Emperor Jinmu during a ceremony at the prefectural office. These elaborately decorated floats, called Edogata Ningyō Dashi (Edo-style doll floats), were originally made in Edo, the former name of Tokyo during the period from 1603 to 1867. Over time, the festival grew as local communities competed to showcase their magnificent floats, including those featuring Shizuka Gozen, a celebrated historical figure associated with the Tenka Matsuri (Edo Sanno Festival), alongside other creations by highly skilled doll makers.
The dolls displayed on the Edogata Ningyō Dashi vary in character and design. Many depict gods and heroes from the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, Japan's ancient historical chronicles, while others portray notable Chinese figures or represent traditional beliefs and legends.
One of the festival's most exciting highlights is buttsuke, a spirited musical face-off in which multiple floats come together to perform ohayashi, traditional festival music. At the signal of each float's leader, the musicians begin playing as the float carriers raise their lanterns overhead and join in with enthusiastic shouts. Each community has its own distinctive calls, adding to the excitement and friendly rivalry. Traditionally, the float whose music falls out of tune concedes defeat.
As evening falls, the festival takes on an enchanting atmosphere. The floats' lanterns illuminate the streets, transforming the historic town into a magical spectacle. The sight of these magnificent creations glowing against the night sky is truly unforgettable.
Watch the festival video to experience the excitement for yourself.
Experience the Festival Year-Round at the Float Hall
Even when the Tochigi Autumn Festival is not taking place, visitors can experience its atmosphere at Dashi Kaikan (Float Hall). Opened in 1995, the facility recreates the festival experience through a combination of digital technology and authentic festival floats, bringing the excitement of this centuries-old tradition to life.
The Float Hall also preserves six floats designated as Tangible Folk Cultural Properties of Tochigi Prefecture. Three of these floats are displayed at any given time, allowing visitors to appreciate their impressive craftsmanship and elaborate decorations throughout the year. The floats are rotated regularly, offering a different perspective with each visit. With multilingual support now available, the facility makes this fascinating cultural heritage more accessible and enjoyable for international visitors.
About Tobu Railway Group
TOBU Railway Co., Ltd. is a major Japanese corporate group comprising nearly 80 companies. Its railway network covers the longest operating distance among private railway operators in the Tokyo metropolitan area, connecting travelers with a wide range of cultural and leisure destinations.
These include Asakusa and TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN in Tokyo; Nikko and Kinugawa Onsen, renowned for their World Heritage sites and hot springs; the Tatebayashi and Ashikaga areas, celebrated for their seasonal flower displays; and Kawagoe and Tochigi City, where the atmosphere of old Edo lives on.
The group also operates a diverse portfolio of hotels, including The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko; Nikko Kanaya Hotel, one of Japan's oldest Western-style hotels; and, in Tokyo, AC Hotel by Marriott Tokyo Ginza and the Tobu Hotel Asakusa, which caters to families and other travelers.
For more information, visit the Tobu Railway sightseeing website.

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NASHVILLE, TN - October 29, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
Aqueduct Irrigation–Southern Light is highlighting its outdoor lighting and seasonal décor services for homeowners and businesses throughout Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, and surrounding Middle Tennessee communities as the region enters the fall and winter season.
The company offers a range of outdoor lighting solutions designed to enhance property aesthetics, extend the use of outdoor spaces into the evening, and provide additional illumination around homes and businesses. Services include architectural lighting, deck and patio lighting, exterior security lighting, water feature and underwater lights, and low-voltage systems suited to residential and commercial properties.

Alongside its permanent lighting installations, Aqueduct Irrigation–Southern Light provides full-service holiday lighting for the festive season. The service includes custom design, professional installation, mid-season maintenance and support, and post-season takedown. The company uses commercial-grade materials and begins projects with a design consultation to tailor displays to the property and the client's preferences.
“As the days grow shorter and the holiday season approaches, outdoor lighting can help property owners make their spaces more functional, welcoming, and festive," said a representative of Aqueduct Irrigation–Southern Light. “Our goal is to provide clients with a coordinated approach to illumination that works for their property and complements how they use their outdoor spaces throughout the year.”
The company's landscape lighting services include custom design and installation, low-voltage lighting repair and troubleshooting, and annual maintenance agreements intended to keep systems operating reliably over time. Aqueduct Irrigation–Southern Light also handles interior and exterior light bulb replacement for high or hard-to-reach fixtures, helping property owners address routine lighting maintenance safely and efficiently.
Aqueduct Irrigation–Southern Light follows defined safety practices for its holiday lighting installations. The company does not install lights on steep or multi-story rooftops, and installations generally require a working, accessible, weatherproof GFCI exterior outlet. These parameters reflect the company's emphasis on safe and professional service delivery.
“The goal is to make outdoor spaces both functional and welcoming, whether that means highlighting architectural features year-round or creating a coordinated holiday display," a company representative added. "Every project is planned around the property itself and the way people intend to use their outdoor areas.”
Beyond illumination, the company continues to provide its established irrigation services, including new system installation, repair and troubleshooting, spring startup, winterization, backflow services, and annual maintenance agreements. It also offers precision ditch digging and trenching for conduit, drainage, and other underground projects, as well as storm debris cleanup services.
Aqueduct Irrigation–Southern Light is a licensed, bonded, and insured company based in the Nashville area, serving Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Belle Meade, Gallatin, Hendersonville, and surrounding Middle Tennessee communities. Aqueduct Irrigation was founded in 1988, with Southern Light established in 1993. The company installs and services lawn sprinkler systems and low-voltage lighting for residential and commercial clients throughout Middle Tennessee and provides services spanning irrigation, landscape and holiday illumination, trenching, and related outdoor property needs.
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