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Kobatakata no Hata Matsuri Festival
木幡の幡祭り
Experience the power of five-colored banners and the resonance of conch shells at this sacred Japanese tradition.
Schedule
December 7, 2026 00:00 – December 7, 2026 23:59
Guide6 min read
Kobatakata no Hata Matsuri is a historic Shinto ritual held at Okitsushima Shrine in Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture.
Highlights
Traditional RitualsCultural HeritageHistorical Landscapes
About Kobatakata no Hata Matsuri Festival
- Witness Sacred Rituals: See the powerful display of five-colored banners and conch shells from a designated national cultural property.
- Nature & Spirituality: Feel the unique atmosphere where the natural beauty of Mt. Kobata meets ancient Shugendo and sericulture traditions.
- Rituals of Rebirth: Observe the traditional 'Tainai-kuguri' ceremony, a symbolic passage through a rock gap representing spiritual growth.
- Deep History: Experience the solemnity of a shrine steeped in legend, including tales of local lords and the Minamoto clan.
Weather forecast
Sun
11/8
12°/5°
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Mon
11/9
8°/5°
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Tue
11/10
10°/6°
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Wed
11/11
13°/4°
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Thu
11/12
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Fri
11/13
20°/4°
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Sat
11/14
16°/7°
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