Motomiya-sai|本宮祭
Summary
Going to Fushimi Inari Taisha is a good decision any day of the week, but for those who want to combine it with a more festive environment, you should drop by for the Motomiya Festival, when Inari Shrine parishioners from all over the country gather at Fushimi Inari to worship.
This two day event, the Yomiya-sai and Motomiya-sai in mid-summer, is a lively, lantern-based celebration. Starting from the evening of the first festival day, thousands of stone and wood lanterns scattered all over Mt. Inari will be lit, and laypeople who donate lanterns will also hang them on the paths throughout the shrine. Traditional artists collaborate and donate beautifully painted square paper lanterns that are lit around the circumference of the main shrine area at the base of the mountain.
Throughout the two days of the festival various performances are held to entertain those who come to pray, including taiko drum concerts and dance exhibitions. A traditional Motomiya-odori dance is also held in the evenings.
Things to See/Do
Food Stalls
Taiko Drums
Illumination
Schedule
2024 Schedule
July 20th: Yoimiya Festival, 18:00
July 21st: Motomiya Festival, 9:00
Gallery
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Access
Fushimi Inari Taisha
Address
〒612-0882 京都市伏見区深草薮之内町68番地
TEL | 075-641-7331 |
FAX | 075-642-2153 |
WEB | http://inari.jp/ |
Admission
- General Admission: Free
Hours
- General Admission: 9:00 – 17:00 (grounds open 24 hours)
- Closed: No closing days
Transportation
- From Kyoto Station ⇒ JR Line local train ⇒ Inari Station
- By Keihan Line ⇒ Fushimi Inari Station ⇒ 10 minutes walking
- By City Bus ⇒ Bus Route Number 南5 (South) ⇒ Fushimi Inari Taisha Bus Stop