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Rituals welcoming Japan's gods, said to gather in Izumo in the 10th lunar month, starting on Inasa Beach.
Traffic restrictions apply during the festival.
Dates, times and details can change, for example because of the weather. Please check the official information before you go.
An all-day fair selling decorated bamboo rakes for good fortune in business. No third day in 2026.
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Wed, Nov 18 – Wed, Nov 25Welcoming rite: 19:00 on the 18th
Inasa Beach and Izumo Taisha, Shimane · Chugoku
Free
Rituals welcoming Japan's gods, said to gather in Izumo in the 10th lunar month, starting on Inasa Beach.
Traffic restrictions apply during the festival.
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Thu, Nov 19Midnight to midnight
Otori Shrine, Asakusa, Tokyo · Kanto
Free
An all-day fair selling decorated bamboo rakes for good fortune in business. No third day in 2026.