Honda Hachimangu Shrine Grand Autumn Festival

About this event

This is the Grand Autumn Festival held at Honda Hachimangu Shrine, the tutelary shrine of Hiketa. The ritual dedication of "Nage-yakko," which is rare across Japan, is the main highlight: throwing a spear measuring approximately 5 meters in length and weighing approximately 22 kilograms high into the air while parading along the road with valiant shouts is truly impressive. Lion dance dedications are also performed, allowing visitors to experience the atmosphere of a community-rooted traditional festival. The valiant appearance of the Nage-yakko seen during the mikoshi togyo (procession of portable shrines) is well worth seeing.

Venue

Sanshu Izutsu Mansion

2163 Hiketa, Higashikagawa, Kagawa 769-2901