Early Dinner Sampling Local Flavors Along the Gateway Street
About this spot
The gateway town spread before the torii of Taga Shrine, affectionately known as 'Otaga-san.' Traditional offerings like Taga soba noodles and kiritochi mochi—a confection sliced with thread in distinctive technique—have delighted pilgrims for generations. Before the 7 PM festival begins, stroll the approach, enjoy an early dinner, and settle your spirit for the evening's sacred rites.
Season & hours
Name: 多賀大社万灯祭
Date & time: 8/3 (Mon)–8/5 (Wed) 19:00–21:30
Venue: 犬上郡多賀町・多賀大社
「お多賀さん」の愛称で親しまれ、延命長寿・縁結びの神様として知られる多賀大社で、毎年8月に行われる夏の一大行事です。2026年は8月3日から5日までの3日間、19時から21時30分にかけて開催予定。境内一面に無数の提灯が灯され、普段は静かな古社の境内が幻想的な光の空間に変わります。近江の人々に長く愛されてきた古社が、夜に見せる特別な表情を体感できる貴重な機会です。
Tips
期間中は多くの参拝客で賑わうため、周辺道路の混雑と駐車場の確保に余裕を持って行動しましょう。夜の境内は足元が暗い箇所もあるため、懐中電灯があると安心です。
Tips
Approximately 10 minutes by car from Akebono Park Taga. The approach becomes crowded on festival day; secure parking early. Finishing dinner by 5 PM ensures smooth transitions afterward.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour 50 minutes. The approach glows with anticipation as daylight fades before the festival begins.
Access & map
〒522-0341 Taga Town, Inukami District, Shiga Prefecture
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