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Suho-tei Matsuri Festival

Name: Suho-tei Matsuri Festival
Start: 2026-08-07
End: 2026-08-07
Location: Imi-no-miya Jinja

数方庭祭（長府忌宮神社）

Witness the majestic 30m banners and lantern dances at Shimonoseki's historic Suho-tei Matsuri.

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August 7, 2026

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Suho-tei Matsuri is a historic traditional festival held annually at Imi-no-miya Jinja in Chofu, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.

Highlights

Historical BackgroundMystical Night AtmospherePowerful Banner Displays

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About Suho-tei Matsuri Festival

Explore Local History: Experience a rare traditional ritual connected to the era of Emperor Chukai.
Mystical Night Atmosphere: Witness the stunning harmony of glowing lanterns and massive banners under the night sky.
Powerful Spectacle: The sheer scale of the 30m banners and the strength of the dancers is a sight that must be seen in person.

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Weather forecast

Wed

9/16

26°/20°

41%

Thu

9/17

29°/19°

Fri

9/18

28°/21°

64%

Sat

9/19

27°/21°

61%

Sun

9/20

27°/21°

16%

Mon

9/21

25°/18°

24%

Tue

9/22

26°/17°

18%

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Tips

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As this is an outdoor night event, please bring layers to stay comfortable with temperature changes.
Etiquette
This is a sacred ritual at a Shinto shrine; please observe the ceremony with respect.
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