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Takayama Autumn Festival
秋の高山祭
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Hida Takayama through UNESCO-listed ornate floats and exquisite mechanical puppet performances.
Schedule
October 9, 2026 00:00 – October 10, 2026 23:59
Guide7 min read
The Takayama Autumn Festival is a traditional celebration held annually on October 9th and 10th as the annual festival of Sakurayama Hachiman-gu Shrine.
Highlights
Ornate FloatsKarakuri PuppetsEvening Lantern Festival
About Takayama Autumn Festival
- Exquisite Floats: Witness the breathtaking carvings and decorations that showcase the legendary craftsmanship of Hida.
- Mechanical Puppetry: The highlight is the incredibly precise and complex 'Karakuri' puppet performance on the Hotei-dai float.
- Mystical Evening: The sight of illuminated floats parading through the night streets is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- Traditional Processions: The hundreds of participants in traditional dress make you feel as if you've traveled back to the Edo period.
Weather forecast
Sat
9/5
30°/22°
100%
Sun
9/6
27°/23°
69%
Mon
9/7
26°/22°
86%
Tue
9/8
29°/24°
76%
Wed
9/9
27°/24°
76%
Thu
9/10
28°/21°
71%
Fri
9/11
28°/22°
65%
Tips
Clothing
If you plan to enjoy the evening festivities, we recommend bringing a jacket to stay warm as temperatures drop at night.
Etiquette
The festival processions are sacred rituals. Please respect local traditions, such as avoiding looking down upon the deities from high elevations.
