Shinjo Festival - Floats (Yatai) (新庄まつり・山車)

Flow of the course

About this spot

This is a facility where you can see up close the large ornamental floats that actually parade during the Shinjo Festival, year-round. The powerful decorative figures depicting scenes from Kabuki and classical stories are remarkable in their craftsmanship when viewed at close range. The appeal of this facility is that you can observe details of the floats that are only visible from a distance during the evening's main procession. There are also panels introducing the history of the festival and how the floats are made, making it perfect for preparation before the main event.

Tips

Within walking distance of Shinjo Station. Admission fee required. The hall has air conditioning, making it a good place to take a break from the summer heat.

Best time to visit

About 50 minutes needed. Early afternoon is ideal for a leisurely visit.

Access & map

〒996-0024 Yamagata-ken Shinjo-shi Tamon-machi 1−2