生國魂祭
Osaka · Kansai
The third of 'Osaka's three great summer festivals' (alongside Tenjin Matsuri and Sumiyoshi Matsuri, already in DB), at the ~2,700-year-old Ikukunitama Shrine. Evening taiko/parade on day 1, a ~500-person procession to Osaka Castle on day 2.
Happens every year
What to expect
One of Osaka's three great summer shrine festivals, with a large procession to Osaka Castle.
Best viewing tips
Free. Evening taiko/parade from ~19:00 on Jul 11 (yoimiya); main procession departs ~09:30-10:00 on Jul 12.
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