Ooihe Hyōzu Shrine Spring Grand Festival

Festival highlights

Highlights include the marching taiko drums, which carry on the tradition of dengaku, and the kagura dance “Uranasu no Mai,” performed by shrine maidens.

The marching taiko group consists of yakko dancers, shime-daiko drummers, large taiko drummers, and taiko players, with children and adults taking turns in the roles.

The throwing of lucky rice cakes after the religious rites is another tradition associated with this festival.

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A spring festival in Tanto featuring the Uranasu no Mai and marching taiko drums

What to expect

In a typical year, the program includes religious rites, the kagura dance “Uranasu no Mai,” marching taiko drums, and the throwing of lucky rice cakes.

The marching taiko drums are described as proceeding from the three-way intersection in front of Ooihe Hyōzu Shrine into the shrine grounds.

It was announced that only the religious rites would be held in 2026, with the Uranasu no Mai, throwing of lucky rice cakes, and other events not taking place.

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How to take part

Festival activities take place in the shrine grounds and the village, but no information is provided on whether members of the public can participate as performers in the marching taiko drums or other activities.

In 2026, only the religious rites were held, and events such as the Uranasu no Mai and the throwing of lucky rice cakes were canceled.

Please follow the shrine’s instructions on the day regarding whether visitors may observe or attend the rites.

Location and access

Venue and address

Ooihe Hyōzu Shrine (848 Yakuoji, Tantocho, Toyooka, Hyogo Prefecture)

Train and bus

About 30 minutes by car from JR Fukuchiyama Station.

Information indicates an 8-minute walk from the Yakuoji bus stop.

By car

28 km and about 40 minutes via National Routes 9 and 426 and Prefectural Route 63 from the Fukuchiyama IC on the Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway.

Another set of directions says to head east on National Route 426 for about 2 km.

Parking

10 spaces, free.

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Dates and season

2026 event information (the listed date has passed)

The 2026 festival date is May 3 (Sunday and public holiday).

In a typical year, this spring annual festival is held on May 3, with traditions including the Uranasu no Mai, marching taiko drums, and the throwing of lucky rice cakes, in addition to the religious rites.

It was announced that only the religious rites would be held in 2026, with the events, Uranasu no Mai, and throwing of lucky rice cakes canceled.

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Nearby attractions

Nearby attractions include Onraku no Mori, the Okuyama Gorge in Izushi, Izushi Castle Town, Izushi Castle Ruins, and Shikoro Tower.

You can consider combining nearby destinations with other attractions in Toyooka City, where the festival is held.

Please check each facility’s information for distances, travel times, and operating status.

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Origins and History of Ooihe Hyōzu Shrine Spring Grand Festival

The festival is said to date back to before the Edo period. Before the war, its start was announced with taiko drums on October 8, and in the afternoon, the marching taiko drums went around the village.

Today, the tradition continues with religious rites and marching taiko drums held on May 3.

The shrine’s history says that it enshrines Susanoo-no-Mikoto and has long been worshipped as a deity of cattle and horses.

Official information

Basic information about the reisai is available through the Hyogo Prefecture Shrine Association’s shrine search.

It lists the location of Ōikube Hyōzu Shrine, the reisai date, festival events, and transportation information.

Please also check the latest updates from the shrine or local tourism information before and around the event for details about the 2026 event and access.

Ooihe Hyōzu Shrine Spring Grand Festival at a Glance

The Ooihe Hyōzu Shrine Spring Grand Festival is a spring annual festival that has been passed down in Yakuoji, Tantocho, Toyooka, on May 3.

The festival is known for the Uranasu no Mai, marching taiko drums, and the throwing of lucky rice cakes. In 2026, however, only the religious rites were held, and these events were canceled.

The venue is Ooihe Hyōzu Shrine, where free parking is available.