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UPCOMINGFREE ENTRYMatsuri· Annual
Senteisai Matsuri
先帝祭
Yamaguchi · Chugoku
A festival honoring Emperor Antoku (1178-1185), marking the end of the Heian period and the beginning of the Kamakura period dominated by warriors.
- Dates
- May 2–4Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Location
- Yamaguchi · Chugoku
- Nearest station
- Shimonoseki Station + bus (Akama-Jingu-mae, ~8 min)
- Crowd level
- Regional attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
- Official site
- yamaguchi.tv/yamaguchi_gionfes
Happens every year
What to expect
The Senteisai Matsuri features a solemn procession with participants dressed in Heian period attire, moving through the streets of Shimonoseki. The air is filled with the sound of traditional music and the scent of incense.
Best viewing tips
For the best view, position yourself along the main procession route near Akama Shrine. Arrive early to secure a spot, as the area can become crowded with spectators.
How to get there
From Hiroshima Station · ~2h 4m by car
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