The floats at the Miyazaki Jingu Grand Festival
The floats at the Miyazaki Jingu Grand Festival

Miyazaki Jingu Grand Festival宮崎神宮大祭

The Miyazaki Jingu Grand Festival, also known as the Jimmu-sama Festival, is the largest local festival in the Miyazaki prefecture. It honors the accomplishments of Emperor Jimmu and the harvest season. The festival features a parade of portable shrines called Gohoren and a procession that depicts the emperor's journey to the East and other significant events in his life. The festival also includes traditional Japanese drumming, lion dances, and participants dressed in traditional religious attire. The festival has been held for over 140 years and is a cherished tradition in the community.

Highlights

  • Parade of floats

  • Traditional dance and music performances

  • Religious ceremonies

Venue

  • Miyazaki-jingū ⎯ 宮崎神宮

    Address

    2 Chome-4-1 Shrine, Miyazaki

    Getting There

    • 6 minutes walk from Miyazaki-Jingū Station (宮崎神宮駅)
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Related topics

Shinto
Religion

Shinto

神道

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