Ren'ai Joju Tanabata Festival
恋愛成就七夕祭
A romantic ritual of love and connection involving a pair of Kokeshi dolls to honor Orihime and Hikoboshi.This event has ended
The Ren'ai Joju Tanabata Festival is a special ritual held every year on the afternoon of July 7th at Jishu Jinja, dedicated to praying for romantic success and matchmaking.
Highlights
About Ren'ai Joju Tanabata Festival
- Matchmaking Ritual: The traditional Kokeshi doll ritual is perfect for those seeking romantic success or a soulmate.
- Mail-in Prayer Service: While on-site access is limited due to construction, you can still receive a professional prayer from a priest via the mail-in service.
- Manifesting Your Ideal: The spiritual process of writing down your ideal partner's traits is a beautiful way to participate in the ritual.
Schedule
July 7, 2026
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
34°/26°
98%
Tue
8/4
33°/26°
2%
Wed
8/5
34°/24°
29%
Thu
8/6
35°/27°
43%
Fri
8/7
35°/27°
61%
Sat
8/8
35°/25°
76%
Sun
8/9
30°/24°
56%
Plan your stay & activities
Tips
Clothing & Footwear
Due to ongoing construction, please check the official website for the latest access status and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Reservations
For details regarding the mail-in "Enmusubi Special Prayer," please refer to the official website.
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