Festival
Takamamuro Hikawa Shrine Mato Matsuri (Target Festival)
Japanese name:滝馬室氷川神社の的祭
📅 Tue, Jan 12, 2027
About this event
The "Mato Matsuri" (Target Festival), a traditional event handed down in Konosu City, Saitama Prefecture, is a Shinto ritual praying for bountiful harvests, regional development, good fortune, and protection from disasters. Originating from the legend of Sakanoue no Tamuramaro slaying a giant serpent, it is designated as a cultural property of Konosu City. A sacred ritual of shooting arrows at a target is performed to pray for peace and prosperity in the region. Held annually on January 12 at Takamamuro Hikawa Shrine, it offers a precious opportunity to experience local culture passed down since ancient times.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Takamamuro Hikawa Shrine
1151 Takamamuro, Konosu, Saitama 365-0044
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