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An ancient shrine built at the birthplace of the Tokugawa clan, with ties to Nikko Toshogu

About this spot

Built in Serate, a location associated with the Nitta clan considered ancestors of the Tokugawa family, this Toshogu shrine is said to have had portions of Nikko Toshogu's original structures relocated here during the reconstruction overseen by Tokugawa Iemitsu. The richly painted and carved shrine buildings evoke the grandeur of Nikko's Toshogu, and simply walking through the quiet grounds allows you to feel the deep connection between the Tokugawa family and this land. The grounds also include a treasure hall, making it a worthwhile spot for history enthusiasts.

Season & hours

Name: 尾島ねぷたまつり

Date & time: 8/14 (Fri)–8/15 (Sat) Time TBA

Venue: 太田市・尾島商店街大通り(県道142号線)周辺

太田市尾島地区が旧尾島町時代に姉妹都市を結んだ青森県弘前市との交流をきっかけに始まった、県内でも珍しいねぷたまつりです。2026年は8月14日・15日の2日間、尾島商店街大通りを舞台に開催され、武者絵が描かれた高さ数メートルの扇型・組灯籠型のねぷたが「ヤーヤードー」の勇壮な掛け声とともに練り歩きます。太鼓や笛のお囃子が通りに響き渡り、灯籠に灯る光と絵柄の迫力は、見る人を圧倒するスケール感です。尾島商店街大通り沿いには屋台も出店し、食べ歩きをしながらねぷたの巡行を楽しめるのもこの祭りの魅力です。

Tips

屋台は尾島商店街大通り沿いに出店します。ねぷたの巡行時間に合わせて沿道は混雑するため、見やすい場所は早めに確保しましょう。荒天時は開催内容が変更になる場合があるため、事前に太田市の公式情報を確認してください。

Food stalls

Where: 尾島商店街大通り沿い

※Based on previous years. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.

Turn this into a day plan with stall time included

Source: summer.walkerplus.com

Tips

The shrine has a parking lot, making it easily accessible by car. With many trees providing shade, the grounds are relatively comfortable to visit even in summer.