2026 Sakamoto Hachiман Shrine Summer Festival Full-Day Course
A full-day course to enjoy Katsuura Town, the land of mandarins and hina dolls, centered on the Sakamoto Hachiман Shrine Summer Festival starting at 8 PM on July 23, 2026 (Thursday). During the day, experience local flavors at Michi no Eki Hinasato Katsuura, immerse yourself in the serene mountain temple atmosphere at Tsururin-ji Temple (the 20th temple of the Shikoku Pilgrimage Route), and enjoy water play along the Katsuura River. In the evening, move to Sakamoto Hachiман Shrine to savor the festival atmosphere and dinner, and at night, fireworks illuminate the shrine grounds. A greedy one-day plan unique to Katsuura Town where you can enjoy temple pilgrimage, river play, and a local summer festival.
Schedule
Begin your day admiring local agricultural products and regional specialties
Visit Tsururin-ji Temple, the 20th temple of the Shikoku Pilgrimage Route, a quiet ancient temple nestled in the mountains
Water play in the clear river to beat the summer heat
Enjoy dinner amidst the festival bustle and await the opening at the shrine
Fireworks lighting the night sky above the shrine grounds, the finale of a community summer festival
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