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Takayama Autumn Festival

The Takayama Autumn Festival, also known as Hachiman Matsuri, is an annual traditional festival held on October 9th and 10th at the Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine in Takayama. It marks the conclusion of the summer season and welcomes autumn, featuring a parade of intricate festival floats (yatai) and lantern displays.

Date
Oct 9-10, 2026
Location
Takayama
Status
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Takayama Autumn Festival
Date
Oct 9-10, 2026
Location
Takayama
Traditional Festival Parade Cultural events

Event summary

Highlights

  • Parade of intricate festival floats (yatai)
  • Lantern displays
  • Traditional Japanese costumes
  • Intricate wood carvings of the yatai
Held annually on the 9th and 10th of October, the Takayama Autumn Festival is a significant cultural event that draws visitors from around the world to Takayama. The festival, also referred to as Hachiman Matsuri, serves as a celebration to close the summer season and usher in autumn. During the event, the festival grounds at Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine are decorated with lanterns, and food stalls are set up for attendees.

A central highlight of the festival is the parade, which features many elaborately decorated festival floats, known as yatai, making their way through the town. These yatai are admired for their intricate wood carvings, and the parade also showcases traditional Japanese costumes. The execution of the festival involves extensive effort, from the detailed costumes and music to the choreography and props, creating a rich cultural experience for all who attend.

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Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine
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