The port of Imari is known for its busy export of Imari porcelain during the Edo period, and Docchan Festival is held to recreate the life of the port through carrying of miniature shrines by women and dance by citizens. "Docchan" means "to where" and it derives from the story that merchants, who came to Imari, were entertained by the local merchants but couldn't decide where to go because there were so many places of entertainment. The highlight is the carrying of shrines by women and it is a must-see.

Basic information

Address	Urban District, Imari City, Saga (Hamamachi Intersection)（佐賀県伊万里市街地（浜町交差点））
URL	http://www.city.imari.saga.jp/5974.htm
Official Name	8月:伊万里の夏・どっちゃん祭り August: Summer in Imari/Docchan Festival
Access	3 Min. Walk from Imari Station
Parking Availability	Free Parking Available Nearby
Date	Early Augast
Area	Imari City
Contact	Summer in Imari/Docchan Festival Executive Committee