78th Shiogama Minato Festival
A magnificent festival that巡幸s the Matsushima Bay, one of Japan's three great scenic views
A maritime festival counted among Japan's three great boat festivals. The ceremonial boats "Ryuhomaru" and "Ho-Omaru," carrying portable shrines from Shiwahiko Shrine and Shiogama Shrine,巡幸 the Matsushima Bay, one of Japan's three great scenic views, accompanied by many support boats. On land, a parade is held at the foot of the stairs at Shiogama Shrine, contributing to the festival's excitement. The finale features the return of the two sacred shrines that climbed the 202 steps of the stairs after the sea procession. Their magnificent appearance is truly moving.
Near Shiogama Port
About 10 minutes from the Rifu-Shiogama IC on the Sanriku Expressway
About a 10-minute walk from Hon-Shiogama Station on the JR Sendai Line
- Date & Time
- 7/21(Mon) 09:45～19:00
- Note
- Every year on the third Monday of July (Marine Day).
- Venue
- Near Shiogama Port
- Address
- Shiogama City, Miyagi Prefecture
- parking
- Use of public transportation is recommended.
- Access
- About 10 minutes from the Rifu-Shiogama IC on the Sanriku Expressway
- Access (Public)
- About a 10-minute walk from Hon-Shiogama Station on the JR Sendai Line
- Contact
- 022-362-2525 （Shiogama City Tourist Information Center）
