Yukura Shrine Niinamesai (Harvest Festival)
Japanese name:湯倉神社 新嘗祭
📅 Mon, Nov 23, 2026
About this event
The Yukura Shrine Niinamesai is a festival of thanksgiving for the year's harvest, held at Yukura Shrine, the guardian deity of Yunokawa Onsen. Held every year on November 23, its convenient access—just a 1-minute walk from the Yunokawa tram stop—is also an attractive feature. It is one of the annual events at Yukura Shrine, known as the birthplace of the hot spring, and visitors can participate for free. Stopping by before or after taking a dip in the hot springs allows you to fully savor the unique atmosphere of Yunokawa. This festival is a sacred ritual giving thanks for the year's harvest and is cherished by local residents. According to the official website, the date and time of the event is from 0:00 to 23:59 on Monday, November 23, 2026. The venue is Yukura Shrine at 2-28-1 Yunokawacho, Hakodate, Hokkaido.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Yukura Shrine
2-28-1 Yunokawacho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 042-0932
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