Joya Sai (New Year's Eve Festival)
除夜祭
A special way to welcome the New Year at Tamaki Jinja, a sacred site of the UNESCO World Heritage Kumano Sanzan.Every year on December 31st, Tamaki Jinja holds the 'Joya Sai' (New Year's Eve Festival). This is a sacred ritual to conclude the year and welcome the new one in a divine atmosphere.
Punti salienti
Su Joya Sai (New Year's Eve Festival)
- Prepare for extreme cold: The rituals take place in a very cold mountain environment. We strongly recommend bringing a heavy jacket, gloves, and heat packs.
- Bring Cash: Please prepare cash (coins and 1,000 yen notes) for purchasing amulets, Ema, or making offerings.
- Check the Time: Rituals like Joya Taiko and Shinshun Ichiban Taiko have different start times. Please adjust your arrival time based on the specific ritual you wish to see.
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31 dicembre 2026
Previsioni meteo
lun
03/08
24°/20°
100%
mar
04/08
24°/19°
47%
mer
05/08
24°/19°
42%
gio
06/08
23°/20°
96%
ven
07/08
22°/20°
94%
sab
08/08
25°/18°
78%
dom
09/08
24°/17°
73%
Pianifica alloggio e attività
Consigli
Payment
Cash is required for amulets and Ema. Credit cards are not accepted.
English Support
Based on local availability; preparation is recommended.
Reservations
No reservation needed for the festival, but special Ema are first-come, first-served.
Clothing
Extremely cold due to high altitude; heavy winter clothing is essential.
Essentials
Always carry cash.
Etiquette
Please maintain silence and respect the sacred atmosphere.
Travel Note
Be cautious of weather and road conditions in the mountainous area.
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