EndedFestivals & FireworksFukuoka
Yamano no Gaku
山野の楽
Experience the 780-year-old Yamano no Gaku, a sacred drum dance dedicated to the water deity in Fukuoka.
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Schedule
September 23, 2026 00:00 – September 23, 2026 23:59
Guide5 min read
Yamano no Gaku is a traditional ritual held at Waka Hachiman Jinja in Kama City, Fukuoka, boasting a history of over 780 years.
Highlights
Traditional ArtsHistorical FestivalsFukuoka Sightseeing
About Yamano no Gaku
- Historical Experience: A rare chance to witness a 780-year-old tradition unique to the Chikuzen region.
- Dynamic Rhythms: Feel the powerful energy of the drum beats and the unique two-line dance formation.
- Seasonal Beauty: Celebrate the arrival of autumn in Japan through this sacred ritual held in late September.
Weather forecast
Mon
10/19
26°/21°
57%
Tue
10/20
25°/22°
42%
Wed
10/21
24°/19°
97%
Thu
10/22
20°/15°
0%
Fri
10/23
22°/15°
73%
Sat
10/24
25°/18°
82%
Sun
10/25
25°/20°
45%
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