Daidogei Street Performance World Cup (大道芸ワールドカップin静岡)
Time: Early November
Prefecture: Shizuoka
Location: Shizuoka City Sunpu Castle Park, Shizuoka Cultural Center, Suruga Ward Satellite (Apita Shizuoka Store), Shimizu Ward Satellite (Espals Dream Plaza)

Since 1992, the Daidogei World Cup has been an annual event held every November in the city of Shizuoka. Over the course of four days, Shizuoka transforms into a vibrant living theater, becoming one of Asia’s premier street theater festivals.

The festival attracts top-notch domestic and international artists from around the world who compete against each other to win the favor of millions of visitors attending the event each year. The Daidogei World Cup has become a highlight, showcasing a diverse range of street performances and talents, contributing to the cultural richness of the region.