Himeji Funatsu Fall Festival: Walk with Locals, Jomaijo & Floats

Name: Himeji Funatsu Fall Festival: Walk with Locals, Jomaijo & Floats
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Price: 82.4 USD
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7 hoursChinese, Japanese, EnglishBook 2 days aheadHimeji, Japan

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Available Languages: English, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese

Experience Himeji’s vibrant autumn festival at Shohachiman Shrine for an authentic cultural immersion!

・Become Part of the Celebration: Put on a traditional happi coat and headband, pick up a festive paper-decorated stick (shide-bo), and step directly into the festivities alongside the local community.

・Up-Close Festival Spectacle: Witness the powerful "miya-iri" float entrance up close and watch the sacred "Jomaijo" Dragon King Dance—an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Himeji.

・Exclusive Priest Talk & Gift: Hear directly from the chief priest about shrine culture and traditions, and receive a special souvenir.

・Explore the Japan Toy Museum: Visit the world-renowned Japan Toy Museum to discover traditional folk toys crafted as prayers for good fortune and healthy growth.

Included

Round-trip transportation from JR Himeji Station
Souvenir gift
Lunch
Interpreter guide (English/Mandarin Chinese/Japanese)
Japan Toy Museum's admission fee

Not included

Transportation cost to/from JR Himeji Station

What you'll do

Shohachiman Shrine
2989 Funatsu-cho, Himeji, Japan
Arrive at the traditional house next to Shohachiman Shrine to put on your headband and happi coat. Get ready for the Festival Procession Experience! You will be marching through the town alongside the festival floats and locals, as the deity travels through the community to meet the local people.
1 hour
Enjoy a delicious Japanese lunch made with local ingredients here
1 hourAdmission included
Shohachiman Shrine
2989 Funatsu-cho, Himeji, Japan
We will be experiencing the festival through the following highlights: ・"Miya-iri" (Shrine Entry): Watch 5 district floats parade and clash in rhythm within the shrine grounds. ・"Jomaijo" : Watch the sacred Dragon Dance offering (approx. 7 minutes). ・Break: Introduction to the festival float decorations, at the traditional house next to Shohachiman Shrine. ・"Neri-awase" (Float Performance) ・"Miya-de" (Shrine Departure): Watch all 5 floats perform together as they leave the shrine. Before departing, we will enjoy a brief talk from Mr. Kameyama, chief priest of Shohachiman Shrine. Note: Times and order of events are subject to change.
2 hours
Japan Toy Museum
671-3 Nakanino Kodera-cho, Himeji, Japan
Step inside to discover a world-famous collection of toys from around the globe, alongside colorful traditional folk toys from across Japan. As you explore, you'll see handcrafted charms and playthings historically made to protect children and wish for their healthy growth.
40 minAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

2 locations

Pickup details

We will meet you at JR Himeji Station, Central Ticket Gate.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with mobility challenges (including wheelchair or crutch users)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.