Pay Respects at One of Japan's Top Five Inari Shrines with Thousand Torii Gates
About this spot
Counted among Japan's top five Inari shrines, this shrine features approximately 1,000 vermillion torii gates lining the approach path, creating a stunning natural corridor known as one of Tsuwano's most iconic views. The main shrine building, perched on the mountainside, offers sweeping views of the white-walled castle town below. The shrine is renowned for blessings related to business prosperity and wish fulfillment, drawing many visitors.
Fireworks details
Name: 津和野盆踊り大会
Date & time: 8/15 (Sat) Time TBA
Venue: 津和野町・殿町通り周辺
津和野盆踊り大会は、掘割に鯉が泳ぎ白壁の土蔵が続く殿町通りを会場に開かれる、城下町らしい情緒あふれる夏祭りです。2026年は8月15日に開催され、地元の人々や旅行者が輪になって盆踊りを楽しみます。昼間に歩いた稲成神社や教会、旧宅と同じ町並みが、夜には提灯の灯りに照らされ、また違った表情を見せてくれるのがこのコースの醍醐味です。「山陰の小京都」ならではの、落ち着いた盆踊りの雰囲気を家族で味わってください。
Tips
殿町通りは道幅が狭いため、公共交通機関か少し離れた場所への駐車がおすすめです。荒天時の開催可否は主催者の発表を確認してください。
Tips
Accessible on foot or by taxi from Tonocho Street. The tunnel of torii gates involves an uphill climb, so wear comfortable shoes.
Best time to visit
Allow approximately 45 minutes. Morning to early afternoon offers a cool time for worship.
Access & map
〒699-5605 島根県鹿足郡津和野町後田４０９
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Tsuwano Bon Odori 2026: Full-Day Experience Course
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