Highlights

  • 11 ornate yatai floats (National Important Cultural Properties)
  • Karakuri marionette performances
  • Evening lantern float procession (yomatsuri)

Background & story

The autumn festival of Sakurayama Hachimangu has been held for centuries, celebrating the harvest with elaborate floats built by Hida master carpenters.

Good to know for visitors

Getting there
10-min walk from JR Takayama Station　Open directions in Google Maps ↗
Booking & entry
Free to attend — details on the official page (button above).
Language
Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
Good for
culture seekers, families

Good to know

Arrive early afternoon to secure a spot for the evening yomatsuri lantern procession.

Getting there

Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine & old town streets — 178 Sakuramachi, Takayama, Gifu

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