Nishina Shinmei Shrine Niinamesai Festival

About this event

The Niinamesai Festival at Nishina Shinmei Shrine is a sacred festival expressing gratitude for bountiful harvests and offering new grains to the deities. Conducted in accordance with traditional rituals handed down from ancient times, this festival prays for the prosperity of the local community and the good health of its people. Nishina Shinmei Shrine is a National Treasure boasting Japan's oldest Shinmei-zukuri style architecture, and the Niinamesai conducted within these historic buildings takes place in a solemn atmosphere. While detailed contents of the ritual are not publicly disclosed, events such as norito prayer recitations by Shinto priests and dedications of kagura sacred dance are expected to take place, offering a precious opportunity to experience traditional Japanese culture.

Venue

Nishina Shinmei Shrine

1159 Yashiro Miyamoto, Omachi, Nagano 398-0003