Events

Feb. 1 ~

Mar. 21
25th Iizuka Hina Matsuri

Once a post town and later a thriving coal mining hub during the Meiji era, Iizuka City now showcases its history and charm through a unique hina doll exhibition...
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Jan. 28 ~

Jan. 29
Mekari Shinji Harvest Festival

This ceremonious event commemorates a pivotal moment from the late 2nd century, honoring the victorious return of the legendary Empress Jingu after...
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Jan. 1
Fukui Night Kagura

As the clock strikes midnight and ushers in the New Year, Hakusan Shrine becomes the stage for...
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Jan. 26 ~

Feb. 28
Setsubun Festivals at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine

Embracing the spirit of Setsubun, the traditional day signifying the seasonal transition...
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Jan. 7
Daizenji Oniyo Fire Festival

This 1,600-year-old tsuina (ceremony to exorcise evil spirits) is one of Japan’s three main fire festivals...
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Jan. 7
Dazaifu Tenmangu – New Year’s Fire Festival

Dazaifu Tenmangu’s Onisube ritual stands as one of the grandest fire festivals in Japan. The ritual, commencing around 9 p.m...
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Jan. 7
Nanakusa no Sekku

On January 7th, the Jinjitsu-no-sekku, also known as the Human Day Festival, is celebrated. During this festival...
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Dec. 21
Shiraito Cold Misogi

On the third Saturday night of December, a cold water purification ritual is held in the Kawatsuki River near the Kumano Shrine...
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- #Itoshima