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Innyaku Jinja Spring Festival: Funatori Shinji
印錀神社春季大祭「鮒取り神事」
Young men dive into the pond to catch carp! A high-energy tradition of Kumamoto's cultural heritage.
Schedule
April 29, 2027
Guide4 min read
The Funatori Shinji (Carp Catching Ritual) is a celebrated spring festival held at Innyaku Jinja in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto. It is officially designated as an intangible folk cultural property.
Highlights
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About Innyaku Jinja Spring Festival: Funatori Shinji
- Dynamic Spectacle: Witness the incredible sight of men in traditional loincloths diving into the pond to catch carp by hand.
- Cultural Immersion: Experience a precious intangible cultural property of Kumamoto, rooted in the legends of Soga no Ishikawa no Sukune.
- Photogenic Moments: The contrast between the ancient shrine and the high-energy ritual offers perfect opportunities for cultural photography.
Photo gallery
All photosWeather forecast
Thu
9/17
31°/23°
100%
Fri
9/18
27°/23°
82%
Sat
9/19
29°/23°
76%
Sun
9/20
32°/23°
31%
Mon
9/21
29°/22°
6%
Tue
9/22
31°/19°
0%
Wed
9/23
29°/19°
12%
Tips
No Drones
The use of drones (unmanned aerial vehicles) is prohibited around the venue.
Clothing
Comfortable clothing is recommended as the event is held outdoors near the pond.
