Taga Taisha, Affectionately Known as "O-Taga-san"—A Shrine for Longevity and Good Marriages
About this spot
A historic shrine long revered for longevity and good marriages, representing Inukami District. Affectionately known as "O-Taga-san," its spacious grounds feature historic shrine buildings and notable sites like Taiko Bridge, connected to Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Just a short drive from Kōra Town, it's a fitting place to pray for a safe journey and a successful festival that evening.
Fireworks details
Name: おはな踊り
Date & time: 8/21 (Fri) Time TBA
Venue: 犬上郡甲良町・日吉神社
甲良町の日吉神社の境内で、地域の人々によって代々受け継がれてきた夏の盆踊り行事です。2026年は8月21日に開催予定。太鼓の音を合図に、地元の子どもから大人までが輪になって踊る様子は、都市部の大きな祭りとはひと味違う、里山の集落ならではの温かい一体感にあふれています。世代を超えて受け継がれてきた踊りの型を、実際に輪に加わって体験できるのもこの祭りの魅力です。
Tips
神社周辺は道幅が狭い箇所があるため、駐車場の案内に従ってゆっくり運転しましょう。開催時間は年により変動することがあるため、当日は地域の掲示や案内で確認するのが確実です。夜は虫が多くなるため、虫よけ対策をお忘れなく。
Tips
About 15 minutes by car from Michi-no-Eki Seseragi-no-Sato Kōra. The approach is lined with souvenir shops and restaurants, so there's time to explore if you wish.
Best time to visit
Approximately 55 minutes. Late afternoon hours are quieter with fewer visitors.
Access & map
〒522-0341 Shiga Prefecture, Inukami District, Taga Town, Taga 604
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