Shinminato Hikiyama Festival
A majestic yet elegant hikiyama procession
One of the autumn festivals at Hōshōtsu Hachiman Shrine, the "Shinminato Hikiyama Festival." With a distinctive chant of "Iyasā, Iyasā," a total of 13 hikiyama (festival floats) from across the prefecture parade through the town, transforming from "Hanayama" during the day to "Chōchin-yama" at night. The spectacle is magnificent and splendid, bringing the local community together in celebration. It is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset by the country.
Map & Location
Hōshōtsu, Imizu City and the surrounding area of Shinminato
Approximately 25 minutes from the Kosugi IC on the Hokuriku Expressway
Get off at "Nishi-Shinminato", "Shinmachi-guchi", or "Naka-Shinminato" stations on the Manyō Line
Details about Shinminato Hikiyama Festival
- Date & Time
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10/1(Wed)
- Venue
- Hōshōtsu, Imizu City and the surrounding area of Shinminato
- Address
- Hōshōtsu, Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture
- Access
- Approximately 25 minutes from the Kosugi IC on the Hokuriku Expressway
- Access (Public)
- Get off at "Nishi-Shinminato", "Shinmachi-guchi", or "Naka-Shinminato" stations on the Manyō Line
- Contact
- 0766-84-4649 （Imizu City Tourism Association）
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