Introduction of The Festival
| Otaki Shrine Spring Festival | Fukui Pref |
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A spring festival to enshrine the Paper Deity; passed down through over thousands of years. The first day involves taking an object of worship by mikoshi (portable shrine) and meeting at the Sato shrine. The second day involves a ceremony in the hall of worship. The last day involves “”Mikoshi watari””, a portable shrine parade in the area. A fantastic divine escort is held with lanterns in the evening.
Category |
Portable shrine |
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Location(s) |
Otakicho, Echizen City |
Date(s) of Matsuri |
May 3-5 |
Contact |
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Access |
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Conservation Group |
Okamoto-ko |
Note |
Intangible folk cultural assets designated by the prefecture |