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Sai-agari Shinji (Hikoshima Hachiman-gu Autumn Festival)
サイ上り神事（彦島八幡宮 秋季例大祭）
A traditional ritual featuring fish-leaping dances and brave warrior performances celebrating the legends of Hikoshima.
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Schedule
October 18, 2026 00:00 – October 18, 2026 23:59
Guide4 min read
The Sai-agari Shinji is a traditional ritual based on the legend of Michitsugu Kono, the founder of Hikoshima. The name is said to derive from the phrase "Sa-a agarasase tamae" (Please raise it up).
Highlights
Traditional RitualLocal LegendsShimonoseki Culture
About Sai-agari Shinji (Hikoshima Hachiman-gu Autumn Festival)
- Historical Experience: Witness rare traditional dances that bring the legends of Hikoshima to life.
- Cultural Heritage: Experience the dignified atmosphere of a Shimonoseki designated intangible cultural property.
- Photogenic Moments: Capture the beauty of traditional Japanese culture, from children in hakama to warriors in armor.
- Local Sightseeing: Explore the historical sites around Hikoshima before or after the festival.
Weather forecast
Fri
10/30
20°/15°
100%
Sat
10/31
20°/10°
0%
Sun
11/1
17°/9°
10%
Mon
11/2
20°/12°
86%
Tue
11/3
18°/10°
4%
Wed
11/4
17°/10°
10%
Thu
11/5
20°/12°
48%
