Events
Hatsumode (New Year’s Visit) | January / January 1-3 |
Shonosai (Sagyōshō) | January / 2nd Sunday |
Sakataru Shrine Reisai (Spring Festival) | April / 3rd Saturday and Sunday |
Chinowa Kuguri (Chinowa-circling) | June / 3rd Sunday until June 30 |
Yasaka Shrine Reisai (Abare matsuri) | July / 1st Friday and Saturday |
Autumn Festival | September / 2nd Sunday |
7-5-3 mairi | November / 15th or near |
Hatsu Miya Mairi (First Shrine Visit of the Year) | On-demand |
Yakubarai (Evil Warding Ritual) | On-demand |
Various Prayers (Safe Childbirth, Academic Success, Household Safety, etc.) | On-demand |
Hatsumode (New Year’s Visit)
Start the year by paying a visit to the local deity, praying for health and happiness.
Shonosai Festival (Flame-Burning Ceremony)
This ritual involves burning the amulets, charms, and lucky items that have protected us throughout the year, expressing gratitude for divine blessings.
Spring Festival
The most important annual festival where the Sakataru Mikoshi and Hakusan Mikoshi parade through the town, as well as the giant floats.
Chinowa Kuguri (Chinowa-circling Ritual)
特別な茅の輪をくぐり、邪気を払い、清められた状態で新しい季節を迎えましょう
Yasaka Shrine Festival (Abarerimatsuri)
This festival involves the spirited transfer of Susano-no-Mikoto, the deity of Yasaka Shrine, to the Abarerimikoshi of Sakusho and Hakusan, parading vigorously through the streets.
Autumn Festival
The Sakyusha Mikoshi and Hakusan Mikoshi parade through the town during this autumn festival.