Washihara Hachimangu Grand Festival
鷲原八幡宮大祭
Experience the thrill of Yabusame horseback archery at a historic shrine dating back to the Muromachi period.The Washihara Hachimangu Grand Festival is a significant ritual held at the historic Washihara Hachimangu Shrine in Tsuwano, Shimane Prefecture.
Highlights
About Washihara Hachimangu Grand Festival
- Architectural Beauty: Admire the traditional Japanese aesthetics of the main hall and gate, both designated as National Important Cultural Properties.
- Dynamic Yabusame: The high-speed movement of horses and archers across the 250m course is a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle.
- Explore Japan Heritage: Walk through a landscape that preserves the history of a Japan Heritage site and its traditional horse-riding grounds.
- Combine with Local Sightseeing: We recommend visiting nearby historical sites like Tsuwano Castle or Taikodani Inari Shrine on the same day.
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April 4, 2027
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
35°/26°
6%
Tue
8/4
31°/27°
53%
Wed
8/5
35°/26°
59%
Thu
8/6
35°/27°
27%
Fri
8/7
35°/27°
45%
Sat
8/8
34°/26°
50%
Sun
8/9
29°/26°
43%
Plan your stay & activities
Tips
Clothing
Since this is an outdoor event, comfortable walking shoes and practical clothing are recommended.
Etiquette
Please maintain a respectful and quiet demeanor as this is a sacred Shinto ritual.
Access
The venue is a short walk from the "Washihara" bus stop on the Iwami Kotsu bus line.
Before & After the Event
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Held in the same area in 2026-07
Tsuwano Night Kagura Performance
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Held in the same area in 2026-07
Kisuki Natsu Matsuri
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Held in the same area in 2026-07