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Toka Ebisu
十日戎
Osaka · Kansai
Festival held January 9–11 at shrines dedicated to Ebisu, the deity of fishermen and commerce, to celebrate his birthday on January 10. Worshippers purchase kumade and fukuzasa lucky charms hoping for good business fortune in the new year.
- Dates
- January 9–11Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Location
- Osaka · Kansai
- Nearest station
- Imamiyaebisu Station (Nankai Koya Line) · immediately east
- Crowd level
- Regional attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
- Official site
- imamiya-ebisu.jp
Happens every year
What to expect
The bustling festival at Imamiya Ebisu Shrine is filled with the rhythmic clapping of worshippers and the lively calls of vendors selling kumade and fukuzasa. The air is fragrant with incense and street food aromas.
Best viewing tips
Visit on January 10 for the main celebrations. The shrine's entrance is a prime spot to witness the vibrant procession. Bring cash for purchasing charms and trying local delicacies.
How to get there
From Shin-Osaka Station · ~9 min by car
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