Nikko Toshogu Autumn Festival (Yabusame Horseback Archery)
秋季大祭（日光東照宮・流鏑馬）
Experience the breathtaking Yabusame archery-on-horseback ritual amidst the sacred atmosphere of Nikko Toshogu.The Autumn Festival at Nikko Toshogu is a significant ritual held to express gratitude and prayers to the deities as autumn arrives.
Highlights
About Nikko Toshogu Autumn Festival (Yabusame Horseback Archery)
- Immersive Historical Scenery: Witnessing Yabusame against the backdrop of the magnificent Nikko Toshogu architecture is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- Dynamic Martial Arts: Feel the spirit of Bushido through the high-tension performance of galloping horses and precision archery.
- Seasonal Beauty: Enjoy the perfect harmony between the deepening colors of autumn in Nikko and the solemnity of the traditional festival.
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October 16, 2026
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
24°/21°
91%
Tue
8/4
29°/19°
10%
Wed
8/5
29°/21°
59%
Thu
8/6
31°/22°
82%
Fri
8/7
31°/24°
78%
Sat
8/8
30°/23°
83%
Sun
8/9
28°/22°
68%
Plan your stay & activities
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