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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
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Sun
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Mon
11/2
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Tue
11/3
22°/11°
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Wed
11/4
21°/13°
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Thu
11/5
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64%
Fri
11/6
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49%
Sat
11/7
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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.
