Pay your respects at a shrine with deep ties to Hanawa Neputa
About this spot
This venerable shrine, located in central Hanawa, Kakudate City, has been deeply connected to the Hanawa Neputa festival rituals. Long revered by local worshippers, it has served as a place to pray for festival safety and abundant harvests. The serene grounds remain quiet even in summer, offering a moment of calm before the festival's intensity unfolds. Understanding the festival's origins by visiting this shrine first will deepen your appreciation of the events to come.
Season & hours
Name: 花輪ねぷた
Date & time: 8/7 (Fri)–8/8 (Sat) Time TBA
Venue: 鹿角市・鹿角花輪駅周辺
鹿角市花輪、鹿角花輪駅周辺を会場に、2026年8月7日(金)・8日(土)の2日間開かれる伝統行事です。台形の笠山を乗せた独特の姿の「花輪ねぷた」が、哀調を帯びた「大工町囃子」の音色に合わせて街を練り歩きます。夜になると灯籠に灯がともり、幻想的な明かりが駅前通りを照らし出します。国の重要無形民俗文化財にも指定されている由緒ある祭りで、日中に神社や資料館をめぐって鹿角の歴史にふれた1日の締めくくりにふさわしい、迫力ある行事です。
Tips
会場周辺は交通規制がかかる区間があるため、公共交通機関か周辺の駐車場を利用しましょう。夜は山あいのため冷え込むこともあるので、羽織ものがあると安心です。
Tips
The shrine has parking, though spaces are limited. The approach features natural ground in places, so wear comfortable walking shoes.
Best time to visit
About 40 minutes. Early afternoon is relatively peaceful for worship.
Access & map
5-56 Inari-kawa Hanawa, Kakudate, Akita 018-5201
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2026 Hanawa Neputa Full-Day Experience Course
Akita
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