Gion Festival

Beautifully decorated floats and the procession of the deity
A festival dedicated to the deity of prosperous business at Yasaka Shrine. The beautifully decorated floats depart from Yasaka Shrine and parade through various areas. The floats carry adorable dancers who perform lively interactions to the accompaniment of shamisen and drums.
Map & Location
Kabashira Shrine and others
About 15 minutes from the 'Miyakonojo' IC on the Miyazaki Expressway
About a 10-minute walk from JR Nippo Main Line 'Miyakonojo' Station
Details about Gion Festival
- Date & Time
- 8/2(Sat) 8/3(Sun)
- Venue
- Kabashira Shrine and others
- Address
- 1417-1 Maeda-cho, Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture
- Access
- About 15 minutes from the 'Miyakonojo' IC on the Miyazaki Expressway
- Access (Public)
- About a 10-minute walk from JR Nippo Main Line 'Miyakonojo' Station
- Contact
- 0986-23-1395 (Kabashira Shrine)