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Sone Tenmangu Autumn Festival
曽根天満宮秋祭り
Experience the splendor of the Sone Tenmangu Autumn Festival with its ornate floats and traditional rituals.
Schedule
October 13, 2026
Guide6 min read
Sone Tenmangu Shrine, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning, hosts the Sone Tenmangu Autumn Festival over two days on October 13 and 14.
Highlights
Ornate FloatsNight IlluminationsTraditional Rituals
About Sone Tenmangu Autumn Festival
- Spectacular Floats: The highlight of the festival is the sight of the colorful, ornate Futon Yatai floats moving in unison.
- Magical Nightscape: The illuminated floats floating in the darkness create a highly photogenic and beautiful scene.
- Traditional Rituals: Experience rare traditions like the powerful bamboo splitting and the elegant procession of the young boy in traditional attire.
Photo gallery
All photosWeather forecast
Thu
9/17
28°/22°
27%
Fri
9/18
29°/24°
33%
Sat
9/19
27°/24°
27%
Sun
9/20
28°/24°
23%
Mon
9/21
27°/21°
22%
Tue
9/22
27°/20°
8%
Wed
9/23
27°/19°
4%
Tips
Clothing
Comfortable clothing is best for this outdoor event.
Parking
There is no dedicated parking. We highly recommend using public transport (Sone Station).
