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Umatsuri Festival
鵜祭
Witness a single cormorant transform into a deity amidst the dark night at Keta Taisha, Ishikawa.
Schedule
December 16, 2026 00:00 – December 16, 2026 23:59
Guide6 min read
Umatsuri is a deeply mystical ritual held in the early hours of December 16th at Keta Taisha in Hakui, Ishikawa.
Highlights
Historical ContextWinter PreparationRitual Etiquette
About Umatsuri Festival
- Historical Context: View the ceremony with the knowledge that it was a ritual cherished by the founder of the Kaga Clan, Maeda Toshiie.
- Prepare for Cold: The ritual is held outdoors in the early hours of December. Temperatures will be extremely low; please bring heavy winter clothing.
- Respect the Silence: This is a sacred ritual. Please maintain a quiet demeanor to respect the spiritual atmosphere.
- The Sacred Moment: The highlight is when the cormorant soars toward the shrine's light. Plan your positioning to ensure you do not miss this pivotal moment of the night.
Weather forecast
Thu
9/24
25°/21°
100%
Fri
9/25
26°/20°
10%
Sat
9/26
25°/20°
60%
Sun
9/27
26°/17°
36%
Mon
9/28
22°/19°
87%
Tue
9/29
24°/19°
63%
Wed
9/30
23°/17°
72%
