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Horai Matsuri Festival

Name: Horai Matsuri Festival
Start: 2026-10-02
End: 2026-10-02
Location: Tsurugi District, Hakusan City (Around Kinken-gu Shrine)

ほうらい祭り

Experience the power of 800 years of history with massive 5-meter tall floats and spirited lion dances.

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October 2, 2026

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Horai Matsuri is a traditional autumn festival held at Kinken-gu Shrine in the Tsurugi district of Hakusan City, Ishikawa Prefecture.

Highlights

Traditional FestivalsGiant FloatsNight Illumination

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About Horai Matsuri Festival

Witness the Massive Floats: Seeing the 5-meter tall figures parade through the streets is a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle.
Enjoy the Night Illumination: The lights create a mystical atmosphere around the giant floats.
Use GPS Tracking: Efficiently follow the procession using real-time location services.
Taste Local Flavors: Enjoy the local food and drinks available in the Tsurugi area during the festivities.

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Weather forecast

Mon

11/2

18°/13°

100%

Tue

11/3

17°/12°

82%

Wed

11/4

20°/11°

Thu

11/5

19°/12°

94%

Fri

11/6

19°/11°

94%

Sat

11/7

12°/7°

92%

Sun

11/8

12°/7°

28%

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Tips

Access
Public transport via Tsurugi Station is recommended due to road closures.
Real-time Tracking
Use GPS to track the location of shrines and floats in real-time.
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes to follow the parade.

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