Awa Kuni no Kami Matsuri Yawatanmachi

The number one festival in the Awa region, boasting over a thousand years of tradition
The autumn festival at Tsurugaya Hachimangu is the largest festival in the Awa region, boasting over a thousand years of tradition, and is called "Yawatanmachi". This shrine was once the head shrine of Awa Province, where the provincial governor held festivals himself, hence the name "Awa Kuni no Kami Matsuri". It is currently designated as an intangible folk cultural asset of Chiba Prefecture. This spectacular two-day festival attracts a large number of visitors.
Map & Location
Tsurugaya Hachimangu
About 10 minutes on foot from the east exit of JR Uchibo Line "Tateyama" Station
Details about Awa Kuni no Kami Matsuri Yawatanmachi
- Date & Time
- 9/13(Sat) 9/14(Sun)
- Venue
- Tsurugaya Hachimangu
- Address
- 68 Hachiman, Tateyama City, Chiba Prefecture
- Access (Public)
- About 10 minutes on foot from the east exit of JR Uchibo Line "Tateyama" Station
- Contact
- 0470-22-1258 (Tsurugaya Hachimangu Shrine Office)