Tarui Hikiyama Festival

The festival at Yaegaki Shrine is held every year on May 2, 3, and 4. It is famous for the three luxurious hikiyama that are featured on this day. It is said that this tradition began in the 2nd year of Bunwa (1353), when Emperor Godaigo sought refuge in Mino Province Tarui, and to comfort him during his difficulties, the villagers created and paraded three flower carts. The current three hikiyama are splendidly decorated with lacquer, maki-e, and sculptures by master craftsmen. Children also perform kabuki, attracting many tourists who look forward to attending.

Date & Time

5/2(Fri)～ 11:00～5/3(Sat)～ 11:00～5/4(Sun)～ 11:00～

Note

Held on the same dates every year. May 2 is the trial performance, May 3 is the main performance, and May 4 is the after banquet. There are 3 hikiyama, each with different designs, and the children's kabuki varies by town. For details, please refer to the Tarui Town Tourism Association website. *Traffic regulations will be implemented during the festival period, and times may change due to weather.

Venue

Yaegaki Shrine and Nakayama Road Tarui Post Town Area

Address

1812-10 Tarui Town, Fuwa County, Gifu Prefecture

Free

Free admission

parking

Paid parking available *Free temporary parking also available

Access

About 10 minutes from Meishin Expressway Sekigahara IC

Access (Public)

About 10 minutes on foot from JR Tarui Station North Exit

Contact

0584-23-2020 （Tarui Town Tourism Association）

URL

https://www.tarui-kanko.jp/