Hiroshima Crying Sumo
Crying babies grow! Gather, babies!
The crying sumo event for babies held at Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine on Children's Day involves a contest where the first one to cry wins. More than winning or losing, it is a sacred event wishing for the child's protection from calamity and healthy growth. Participation is open to babies aged 6 months to 1.5 years, and participants receive commemorative items and amulets. A purification ceremony is also conducted at the shrine. Note that the participation capacity for Reiwa 7 has already been reached, and registration has closed. Registration for the Reiwa 8 event will start on May 6, 2024 (Tuesday).
Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine
About 20 minutes from Sanyo Expressway 'Hiroshima' IC towards Hiroshima city.
About a 10-minute walk north from Hiroshima Bus Center or Astram Line Kencho Station.
- Date & Time
- 5/5(Mon) 09:00～17:00
- Venue
- Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine
- Address
- 21-2 Motomachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture Inside Hiroshima Castle Ruins
- Free
- Participation fee is 5,000 yen (includes an amulet and a commemorative happi from the shrine, along with many souvenirs from sponsoring companies).
- parking
- Parking is only for crying sumo participants. Vehicles for worship or prayer are not allowed to enter.
- Access
- About 20 minutes from Sanyo Expressway 'Hiroshima' IC towards Hiroshima city.
- Access (Public)
- About a 10-minute walk north from Hiroshima Bus Center or Astram Line Kencho Station.
- Contact
- 082-221-5590 （Hiroshima Crying Sumo Executive Committee）
