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Hieda Shrine (佐伯燈籠祭会場) (稗田野神社)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Museum Showcasing Kameoka's History and Cultural Heritage

About 130 min from the previous stop

About 120 min here

About this spot

An ancient tradition at Hieda Shrine that paints Kameoka's summer nights with enchantment. Elaborate handcrafted lanterns made by community members fill the shrine grounds, creating a fantasy world of light as darkness falls. Held August 14, 2026 (Friday) from 7 PM to around 9 PM, with food stalls available for supper. Conclude your day-long journey through Kameoka's nature and history by experiencing this community-rooted lantern festival—a distinctly Kameoka tradition.

Festival details

Name: 佐伯灯籠(佐伯灯籠祭・国指定重要無形民俗文化財)

Date & time: 8/14 (Fri)

Venue: 亀岡市ひえ田野町佐伯垣内亦・薭田野神社(御霊神社・河阿神社・若宮神社との4社合同)

Food stalls

Food stalls: Yes

※Based on previous years. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.

Turn this into a day plan with stall time included

Source: kameoka.info

Tips

Limited parking near the venue; public transportation is recommended. If dining at food stalls, arriving around 7 PM is convenient. Mind your footing on the dark shrine grounds.