10:00 Start - UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Hayachikune Kagura Annual Festival

About this spot

The annual festival of Hayachikune Shrine, which has a long history backed by worship of Mt. Hayachikune, will be held from 10:00 to 16:00 on August 1, 2026. The Hayachikune Kagura, which is descended from the Yamabushi Kagura tradition and is presented with strength and solemnity, is also registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. The Kagura performed to the accompaniment of drums and flutes offers a variety of performances, from powerful to elegant, and the sound echoing through the quiet mountain shrine grounds carries a different kind of solemn grandeur than urban festivals. A precious opportunity for families to spend the day touching the depth of faith and performing arts that live at the foot of the sacred peak.

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Tips

The shrine grounds are in the mountains with limited parking, so arriving early is recommended. Some areas have little shade, so bring a hat and umbrella. Check with the organizers for any changes due to bad weather.

Best time to visit

From 10:00 opening. The morning through midday when major Kagura performances are presented offers the best viewing

Access & map

Iwate Prefecture, Hanamaki City, Ohsako Town - Hayachikune Shrine