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Autumn Festival at Hakusan Jinja

Name: Autumn Festival at Hakusan Jinja
Start: 2026-10-18
End: 2026-10-18
Location: 京都府宇治市白川娑婆山

秋祭り

Experience the historic Autumn Festival at Hakusan Jinja in Uji, featuring the sacred 'Hyakumi no Onjiki' harvest ritual.

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Schedule

October 18, 2026 00:00 – October 18, 2026 23:59

Guide5 min read

The Autumn Festival at Hakusan Jinja is a traditional ritual held annually to express gratitude for the harvest.

Highlights

Traditional FestivalsHarvest RitualsUji Culture

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About Autumn Festival at Hakusan Jinja

Experience Sacred Rituals: The 'Hyakumi no Onjiki' held in the early hours of October 18th offers a rare chance to witness the spirit of a traditional Japanese harvest festival.
Discover Uji's Unique Culture: Look for the 'tea branches' among the offerings, a special detail that symbolizes the local heritage of the Uji region.
Serene Spiritual Atmosphere: Unlike modern crowded events, this ritual allows you to connect with Japanese spirituality in the quiet, dignified setting of an ancient shrine.

Weather forecast

Mon

9/28

24°/21°

100%

Tue

9/29

22°/18°

99%

Wed

9/30

26°/16°

Thu

10/1

28°/16°

14%

Fri

10/2

23°/14°

Sat

10/3

24°/11°

Sun

10/4

24°/14°

35%

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Tips

Clothing: Since the ritual takes place in the early morning, please bring warm clothing to prepare for the chilly autumn temperatures.

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