Uozu Tatemon Matsuri
魚津たてもん祭り
Experience the awe-inspiring sight of 16m tall lanterns dancing in the night sky—a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage event.
Schedule
August 6, 2027 00:00 – August 7, 2027 23:59
The Uozu Tatemon Matsuri is a traditional summer ritual held at Suwa Shrine in Uozu City, Toyama Prefecture. The centerpiece is the 'Tatemon,' a massive float standing approximately 16 meters tall.
Highlights
About Uozu Tatemon Matsuri
- The Grand Rotation: Experience the sheer weight and speed of the 5-ton Tatemon as it spins three times—a highlight best viewed from a close vantage point.
- A Dance of Light: The way the lantern light interacts with the swaying willow branches creates a stunning, photogenic ring of light in the dark.
- Traditional Craftsmanship: Admire the structural beauty of the 16m-tall floats, which are assembled using only ropes and no nails.
Weather forecast
Fri
9/4
26°/22°
79%
Sat
9/5
28°/21°
4%
Sun
9/6
28°/22°
43%
Mon
9/7
24°/21°
82%
Tue
9/8
26°/23°
63%
Wed
9/9
26°/23°
64%
Thu
9/10
22°/20°
67%
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