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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.
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
Tue
9/15
28°/22°
67%
Wed
9/16
27°/21°
45%
Thu
9/17
29°/20°
5%
Fri
9/18
28°/21°
64%
Sat
9/19
27°/20°
69%
Sun
9/20
27°/20°
37%
Mon
9/21
25°/19°
30%
