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UPCOMINGFREE ENTRYMatsuri· Annual
Kotohiragu Reitaisai
金刀比羅宮例大祭
Kagawa · Shikoku
A nocturnal ritual held at the grand Shinto complex of Konpira San, which spans 1,368 steps. Mikoshi are carried up and down the stairs in a solemn and mystical atmosphere.
- Dates
- October 9–11Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Start time
- 21:00
- Location
- Kagawa · Shikoku
- Nearest station
- Kotoden-Kotohira Station · 30 min walk
- Crowd level
- Regional attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
- Official site
Happens every year
What to expect
The festival's mystical aura is heightened by the flickering lanterns illuminating the 1,368 stone steps, as the mikoshi bearers chant rhythmically, echoing through the historic Shinto complex.
Best viewing tips
Position yourself near the main shrine for the best view of the mikoshi procession. Evening is ideal for experiencing the lantern-lit steps, but bring a flashlight for navigating the path.
How to get there
From Takamatsu Station · ~57 min by car
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