Takayama Festival Yatai Float Event
Japanese name: 高山祭の屋台行事（たかやままつりのやたいぎょうじ）
Takayama, Gifu
2027
Wed, Apr 14 – Thu, Apr 15
Spring Takayama Festival (night festival on the 14th)
Sat, Oct 9 – Sun, Oct 10
Autumn Takayama Festival (eve festival on the 9th)
About the festival
Takayama Festival is the collective name for the spring Sanno Festival (Hie Shrine) and the autumn Hachiman Festival (Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine) in Takayama City. In each season, a dozen or so yatai floats tour the town, and karakuri puppet performances and festival music are offered. The procession is directed by officials called toshigyoji, and the floats are lit with lanterns at night.
Karakuri puppets performing on the floats
The night festival, with lantern-lit floats touring the town
Ornate floats lined up in the old townscape
Photos
Key facts
- Category
- UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage: Yama, Hoko, Yatai float festivals
- Location
- Takayama, Gifu
- Main venue
- Central Takayama (Hie Shrine and Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine)
- Getting there
- The old town is within walking distance of Takayama Station on the JR Takayama Main Line.
This description was written by Matsuri Biyori based on public information. Dates and details may change. Please check the organizers' latest information before you go. Translated from the Japanese original.
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FAQ
- When is Takayama Festival Yatai Float Event held in 2027?
- In 2027, it is scheduled for Wed, Apr 14 – Thu, Apr 15, Sat, Oct 9 – Sun, Oct 10 (Calculated from the usual rule).
- Where is Takayama Festival Yatai Float Event held?
- It is held in Takayama, Gifu. The main venue is Central Takayama (Hie Shrine and Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine).
- How are the dates of Takayama Festival Yatai Float Event set?
- Spring (Sanno Festival): April 14 and 15 every year. Autumn (Hachiman Festival): October 9 and 10 every year.