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Matsuri Festivals

Hanegawa Festival

Tue, Nov 3, 2026 · Hikawa Shrine, Sagawa Shrine, Hidakagawa · Wakayama

Dates

  • Tue, Nov 3, 2026

About this event

Summary
A traditional festival featuring a procession of performers in Edo-period costumes, including a designated intangible cultural property lion dance.

Highlights
• Performers dressed as lions, ogres, and crocodiles
• "Yonin-achi" lion dance performed by four people
• Route extends approximately 800 meters to Otabisho Shrine
• Held annually on November 3rd at Hikawa Shrine
• Alcohol consumption prohibited for all participants during rituals

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