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Hyoshu-sai Festival

Name: Hyoshu-sai Festival
Start: 2027-05-05
End: 2027-05-05
Location: Hyoshu Taisha

兵主祭（兵主大社）

Experience 1,300 years of tradition at Hyoshu Taisha with vibrant parades and the thrilling 'Uno-tori' ritual.

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Schedule

May 5, 2027

Guide6 min read

Hyoshu-sai is the annual spring festival held on May 5th at the historic Hyoshu Taisha Shrine in Yasu City, Shiga Prefecture.

Highlights

Historic ShrinesMikoshi ParadesTraditional Festivals

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About Hyoshu-sai Festival

Explore Historic Landscapes: Enjoy the exceptional atmosphere of the 1,300-year-old Hyoshu Taisha and its beautiful gardens.
Experience the Thrill of the Mikoshi: The intense energy of the 'Uno-tori' ritual and the sight of 30 portable shrines is a quintessential Japanese festival experience.
Witness Elegant Traditions: The 'Ayame Mikoshi' procession featuring women in beautiful kimonos is a stunning, photogenic sight.

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Weather forecast

Wed

9/16

23°/22°

96%

Thu

9/17

29°/22°

54%

Fri

9/18

27°/22°

39%

Sat

9/19

28°/22°

33%

Sun

9/20

30°/21°

20%

Mon

9/21

27°/23°

33%

Tue

9/22

26°/18°

25%

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Tips

Clothing
Comfortable clothing is recommended for outdoor movement and standing near the energetic processions.
Access
You can reach the venue by taking the Omi Railway Bus from JR Yasu Station.

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