In arrivoFestival & Fuochi d'artificioShiga
Otsu Matsuri Festival
大津祭
Experience the grandeur of UNESCO-listed floats and mechanical puppets at Otsu's most prestigious traditional festival.
Programma
9 ottobre 2026
Guida6 min di lettura
Otsu Matsuri is a historic traditional festival centered around Tenson Shrine in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture.
Punti salienti
UNESCO HeritageGrand FloatsTraditional Puppetry
Su Otsu Matsuri Festival
- Grand Floats & Puppets: Don't miss the 13 magnificent floats and the intricate mechanical puppet performances.
- Lucky Charms: Experience the tradition of receiving 'Chimaki' amulets during the parade for good health and prosperity.
- World Heritage: Witness a world-class Japanese cultural tradition recognized by UNESCO firsthand.
Galleria fotografica
Tutte le fotoPrevisioni meteo
gio
17/09
29°/21°
37%
ven
18/09
27°/23°
25%
sab
19/09
25°/22°
40%
dom
20/09
30°/22°
26%
lun
21/09
28°/22°
29%
mar
22/09
26°/19°
10%
mer
23/09
26°/17°
8%
Consigli
Footwear
Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will be navigating through large crowds during the parade.
Etiquette
Please follow local instructions regarding restricted areas, especially during the distribution of charms.
Lucky Charms
The 'Chimaki' amulets tossed during the parade are traditionally hung at entrances to ward off bad luck.
