The Tenjin Matsuri is one of the biggest traditional festivals in Japan, dating back over 1,000 years. It takes place annually in July over two days, with the main events happening on the second day. The festivities culminate with a vibrant parade of mikoshi (portable shrines) carried by devotees in elaborate costumes. The procession starts at 3.30pm on July 25 at the historical Tenmangu Shrine before arriving at the Okawa River. It then continues on boats from around 6pm, accompanied by fireworks over the water.
Tenjin Festival
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- Event website:
- osakatemmangu.or.jp/3651
- Address
- Osaka Tenmangu
- 2-1-8 Tenjinbashi, Kita
- Osaka
- Transport:
- Minamimorimachi Station (Tanimachi, Sakaisuji lines), Osaka Tenmangu Station (JR Tozai line)
- Price:
- Free
- Opening hours:
- From 7.45am on July 24, from 1.30pm on July 25. Fireworks display from 7pm
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