Festivals & Events

October Festivals & Events

October 9-11Kagawa

Kotohiragu (Kotohira Grand Shrine)・Reidaisai (Annual Grand Festival)

The most important festival at Konpira Grand Shrine. A sacred procession where the mikoshi (portable shrine) crosses the stone steps.

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October 15Hiroshima

Itsukushima Shrine・Kikka-sai (Chrysanthemum Festival)

An autumn festival featuring chrysanthemum offerings and dedicatory performances of bugaku (court dance and music).

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November Festivals & Events

November 1Tokushima

Oomahiko Shrine・Reidaisai (Annual Grand Festival)

The most important festival at Daibiko Shrine.

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Old calendar October (usually late November to early December)Shimane

Izumo Taisha (Izumo Grand Shrine)・Kannazai-sai (Festival of the Presence of the Deities)

A Shinto rite for the 'Month of the Deities' when gods from all over Japan gather. It is said that matchmaking rites are performed.

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November, 4th SaturdayYamaguchi

Hofu Tenmangu・Goshinko-sai (Hadaka-bou Matsuri / Naked Monk Festival)

One of Japan's three great Tenjin festivals. Naked monks carry the mikoshi and run up the stone steps.

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We're gradually expanding coverage starting with major shrines and temples. Dates may vary slightly from year to year, so please check official information before visiting.