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Spring Takayama Festival (Sanno Matsuri)

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The Spring Takayama Festival, Sanno Matsuri, celebrates tradition and cultural grandeur. It is held annually on April 14th and 15th in the historic town of Takayama.

This vibrant festival marks the arrival of spring with a dazzling display of ornate festival floats, known as yatai, which parade through the streets of Takayama’s old town. The festival is a feast for the senses, with intricate marionette performances and the rhythmic beats of traditional music creating an unforgettable atmosphere.

Visitors can witness the majestic procession of a portable shrine carrying the revered deity of Hie Shrine, accompanied by hundreds of participants in traditional attire. Whether you’re drawn to the cultural significance or the sheer spectacle, the Takayama Spring Festival offers an immersive experience into the heart of Japan’s rich heritage.

Don’t miss the chance to explore this remarkable event—plan your visit to Takayama and be part of a living tradition that captivates thousands each year.

Available

April 14th and 15th

Minimum Age

All ages are welcome.

Admission Fee

Free



The area

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Japan, 〒506-0845 Gifu, Takayama, Kamininomachi, 43 43番地

What other travelers are saying about Spring Takayama Festival (Sanno Matsuri)

Stepping foot into the Takayama old town area will take you back in time. It seems like time has stopped in this area. The buildings are old styled and reminiscing japan in the early 1900. Tons of cute eateries and shops lining both sides of the road. It is a favourite place to go to, both for local and international tourist. Hence, it is crowded with people. However, I can't find any halal food in this area. Thus, I wandered off to the side streets, and the crowd immediately lessened. And about 13 minutes walk from the old town area, I found a halal restaurant.
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Anova Fatimah
Nov 6, 2024
Rustic charms of preserved Edo-era buildings. Couple of walk-only streets with small to big shops selling foods, clothing, souvenirs, sake, etc.
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aidan moeliono
Dec 25, 2024
Fantastic place with all old wooden buildings preserved and converted into shops and restaurants. Must go for souvenirs, sake, Japanese whiskies and other shopping 👍🏼👍🏼
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Mukund Joshi
Dec 1, 2024
Even if there is a lot of tourists and people, the place is still enjoyable and stores accommodate you well. Beef skewers and beef sushi is a must :)
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Irene Dela Cruz
Dec 28, 2024
We have visited this place before and I have also reviewed this place previously and so I will keep this one "short and sweet". The old town is nice and unique with shophouses remained (or being renovated and kept in their former style and layout) as if in the ancient times and so visitors will find time has stopped and walk into history. Many of these shophouses are now in retail, selling local souvenirs, foods, arts and crafts and some being become wineries. It is a nice place to be in to feel the ancient time of Japan, to indulge in the culture, history lifestyle and living of those days despite in today modernity! Because its touristy and prices of things here are generally more costly. We enjoyed our walk-about here as before!
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Ed Chung
Jan 1, 2024


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