A summer festival bringing Zuizenji’s traditions and Inami’s craftsmanship to life
Inami Taishiden Kanko Festival
The 2026 edition of Inami Taishiden Kanko Festival has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/07/21 〜 2026/07/29Ended
- Season / frequency
- Late July / Every year
- Location
- Around Inami Betsuin Zuizenji Temple
- Area
- Toyama Prefecture・Nanto City(From Tokyo: approx. 2 h 10 min–2 h 40 min · bullet train)Prefecture-level estimate to a main station or airport, not the venue. Airport access, check-in and onward travel are extra; remote areas and islands can take much longer.
- Features
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
A summer festival held alongside Zuizenji’s Taishiden-e, with kiyari street processions, ice sculptures, food stalls, and more throughout Inami.
About Inami Taishiden Kanko Festival
The Inami Taishiden Kanko Festival is held in Inami, Nanto City, alongside the Taishiden-e at Inami Betsuin Zuizenji Temple of the Otani-ha branch of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism.
At the Taishiden-e, picture explanations recounting Prince Shotoku’s life using illustrated scrolls are presented, and the statue of Prince Shotoku at the age of 2 is unveiled.
Dance processions, food stalls, and other attractions enliven the town, bringing together the temple’s traditional observances and local festivities.
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Festival highlights
Highlights include the kiyari street procession, which offers a glimpse of Inami’s traditions, and events held in the town around Zuizenji Temple.
During the kiyari procession, participants dance through the streets to Inami Kiyari Song; men carry ceremonial batons, while women hold Japanese-flag fans.
The Ice Sculpture Festival also features live demonstrations by ice sculptors, offering a chance to experience craftsmanship befitting a town known for woodcarving.
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A summer festival bringing Zuizenji’s traditions and Inami’s craftsmanship to life
What to expect
During the festival period, events associated with the Taishiden-e and the Kanko Festival take place around Zuizenji Temple.
In 2026, Saturday’s program was scheduled to include the kiyari street procession, Kiyari Yokocho, and food stalls in front of Zuizenji; Sunday’s events included Tabisuru Bacchus and the Ice Sculpture Festival.
In the kiyari street procession, a group of dancers moves through town to Inami Kiyari Song.
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Location and access
- Venue and address
Around Inami Betsuin Zuisenji Temple (3050 Inami, Nanto, Toyama Prefecture).
The 2026 events were announced as scheduled to take place from Yōkamachi to parts of Kami-Shinmachi and Naka-Shinmachi.
- Train and bus
Take a Kaetsuno Bus bound for Inami or Shōgawa from Tonami Station on the JR Jōhana Line, and get off at Zuisenji-mae, 15 minutes away. The temple is a short walk from the stop.
- By car
About 15 minutes via Route 156 from the Tonami Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway.
- Parking
A flyer with traffic restriction and parking information has been prepared for 2026.
Address 3050 Inami, Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
According to the 2026 event information, the Inami Taishiden Kanko Festival was scheduled to run from July 21 (Tuesday) through the 29th (Wednesday).
The main Kanko Festival events were held on July 25 (Saturday) and the 26th (Sunday), with the kiyari street procession, food stalls, the Ice Sculpture Festival, and more scheduled.
Held in late July as a summer event alongside the Taishiden-e.
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Tips for your visit
Traffic restrictions are in place around Zuisenji during the festival. If you plan to visit by car, check in advance which roads are open and where parking is available.
In 2026, events were announced as scheduled to take place in parts of the city on July 25 and 26.
A jumbo taxi service making stops at places such as the community exchange center was also announced for July 26.
Nearby attractions
Around the venue, visitors can also explore Yoka-machi Street, the traditional streetscape of Zuizenji’s temple approach, and Inami Betsuin Zuizenji Temple.
Nearby attractions also include facilities and shops related to Inami woodcarving, Usunami Spring, and Inami Hachimangu Shrine.
Since the festival spreads across the area around Zuizenji and the town center, visitors can combine the temple-town scenery with local attractions.
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Origins and History of Inami Taishiden Kanko Festival
The festival has its roots in the Taishiden-e, a tradition passed down at Inami Betsuin Zuizenji Temple.
The Taishiden-e is said to have begun around 1710. It includes picture explanations recounting Prince Shotoku’s life using illustrated scrolls.
The Inami Taishiden Kanko Festival is presented as an event held alongside this traditional observance, with local dances, food stalls, and other attractions taking place in the town center.
Official information
The official website of Inami Betsuin Zuizenji Temple is listed as a related site.
Details about the 2026 Inami Taishiden Kanko Festival events and locations are also available from the Nanto City Society of Commerce and Industry.
Inami Taishiden Kanko Festival at a Glance
The Inami Taishiden Kanko Festival is a local event in Inami, Nanto City, held alongside the Taishiden-e at Inami Betsuin Zuizenji Temple. Visitors can enjoy kiyari street processions, food stalls, ice sculptures, and more.
In 2026, it was scheduled from July 21 through the 29th, with the main events held on the 25th and 26th.
You can reach the area around Zuizenji by bus from Tonami Station, but be aware of traffic restrictions during the festival.
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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