Miwasaki Hachiman Shrine Grand Festival (Miwasaki Whale Dance)

The Grand Festival of Miwasaki Hachiman Shrine is famous for showcasing the Japanese heritage "Whale Dance" to pray for a good catch. This dance, which mimics the act of catching whales, is said to have been organized as the "Whale Dance" when the lord of the time, Mizuno, presented whale meat to a court noble in Kyoto about 330 years ago.

Map & Location

Details about Miwasaki Hachiman Shrine Grand Festival (Miwasaki Whale Dance)

Date & Time

9/14(Sun)

Venue

Miwasaki Hachiman Shrine

Address

1512 Miwasaki, Shingu City, Wakayama Prefecture

Access (Public)

About a 10-minute walk from JR Kinan Line "Miwasaki" Station

Contact

0735-22-2840 （Shingu City Tourist Association）