Refuel with Yamakuni's bounty before the festival begins
About this spot
A roadside station cherished as a hub for Yamakei tourism, featuring a shop with vegetables and specialty products from the local area and dining establishments serving meals made with Yamakuni ingredients. This is the ideal time to eat well before heading to Kumo Hachiman Shrine where the festival takes place. By savoring the local bounty, you can build anticipation for the Kappa Festival to come. The shopping corner also offers opportunities to find souvenirs.
Fireworks details
Name: 宮園楽（かっぱ祭り）
Date & time: 7/29 (Wed) Time TBA
Venue: 中津市山国町・雲八幡神社
山国川上流の山あいに鎮座する雲八幡神社で、2026年7月29日に行われる「宮園楽」は、地域で「かっぱ祭り」とも呼ばれ長く受け継がれてきた民俗芸能の奉納行事です。太鼓や笛の音にあわせて奉納される「楽」は、山国町の人々が大切に守り伝えてきた郷土芸能で、耶馬渓の豊かな自然を背景に厳かな雰囲気の中で行われます。都市部の華やかな夏祭りとは異なり、地域の歴史と信仰に根ざした静かな祭りの空気を家族で味わえる貴重な機会です。
Tips
開催時間や内容は年によって変わることがあるため、事前の情報確認がおすすめです。山あいのため夜は虫が多いことがあり、虫よけを持参すると安心です。足元が暗くなるため、懐中電灯があると安心です。
Tips
Operating hours may vary by season, so it's advisable to check in advance. Plan ahead considering travel time from the roadside station to Kumo Hachiman Shrine.
Best time to visit
About 45 minutes. The early evening hours are relatively calm and comfortable to visit.
Access & map
871-0202 Oita Prefecture, Nakatsu City, Honeyabakei Town, Sogi 2193-1
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2026 Miyanoen Gaku (Kappa Festival) Full-Day Immersion Course
Oita
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