Matsuo Taisha (松尾大社) - Hassaku Festival Bon Odori Venue
Flow of the course
About 165 min from the previous stop
About 150 min here
About this spot
Held at Matsuo Taisha, one of Kyoto's oldest and most prestigious shrines that receives deep reverence from sake brewers nationwide. In 2026, the Hassaku Festival runs September 5-6 (Saturday-Sunday), with the bon odori dance festival beginning at 7 p.m. on September 5 within the shrine grounds. Named after "Hassaku," which corresponds to the 1st day of the 8th lunar month, this festival marks summer's end and is cherished by the local community. Cap off your day of Arashiyama sightseeing by joining the dance circles within grounds watched over by the sake deity.
Season & hours
Name: 八朔祭
Date & time: 9/5 (Sat)–9/6 (Sun) 盆踊り大会は9/5 19:00–
Venue: 松尾大社・京都市西京区
Tips
Just 3 minutes' walk from Hankyu Matsuo Taisha Station with excellent access. The shrine grounds can be dimly lit at night, so use caution. Check ahead regarding cancellation due to bad weather.
Best time to visit
From 7 p.m. opening. Once dusk fully falls and lanterns light up, the atmosphere is most enchanting.
How was this spot?
現地の天気
24°C(現在)直近1週間の寒暖差は平均5.1℃。気温差が大きい日が続くと紅葉が進みやすいと言われています。
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Access & map
Kyoto Prefecture, Matsuo Taisha, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City
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2026 Hassaku Festival Full-Day Arashiyama Course
Kyoto
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