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Donton-sai Festival at Morioka Hachiman-gu

Name: Donton-sai Festival at Morioka Hachiman-gu
Start: 2027-01-15
End: 2027-01-15

どんと祭（盛岡八幡宮）

Experience a powerful New Year's tradition at Morioka Hachiman-gu, featuring a massive ritual fire and the spirited Hadakamari procession.

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Jan 15, 2027Morioka Hachiman-gu

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Donton-sai is a traditional Shinto ritual held to pray for family safety and good health for the coming year.

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About Donton-sai Festival at Morioka Hachiman-gu

Traditional Winter Experience: The sight of soaring flames and the energetic Hadakamari procession offers a profound glimpse into Japanese cultural heritage.
Prepare for the Cold: This is an outdoor event in freezing temperatures. Bring heat packs (Kairo), heavy coats, and gloves.
Respect the Ritual: As this is a sacred Shinto ceremony, please observe the proceedings quietly and respectfully.

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Schedule

January 15, 2027

Weather forecast

Mon

8/3

30°/19°

78%

Tue

8/4

30°/16°

Wed

8/5

30°/17°

Thu

8/6

29°/20°

Fri

8/7

32°/24°

24%

Sat

8/8

28°/23°

76%

Sun

8/9

27°/20°

61%

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Tips

Clothing
Mid-January in Morioka is extremely cold; please dress in heavy winter gear.
Etiquette
This is a sacred ritual; please be respectful of the ceremony and other worshippers.

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