Owari Tsushima Tenno Festival

Festival highlights

During the Yoimatsuri, 5 makkiwara boats carrying more than 500 lanterns above their decks travel along the Tenno River to the sound of Tsushima flutes.

During the Asamatsuri, 6 dashi boats proceed with decorations modeled on Noh theater props.

A major highlight is when Hokomochi divers leap into the water from the Ichie dashi boat and swim toward the shrine.

Source: 令和8年の尾張津島天王祭について 津島市公式ホームページ

A Tsushima tradition brought to life by lantern-lit boats and Hokomochi divers

What to expect

The festival consists of the Yoimatsuri and Asamatsuri.

During the Yoimatsuri, lanterns are lit on the makkiwara boats at Kurumakawado, after which the boats head to the Otabisho.

During the Asamatsuri, dashi boats cross the Tenno River, followed by Hokomochi divers jumping into the water and swimming, the mikoshi’s return to the shrine, and children performing music before the shrine.

Source: 尾張津島天王祭 由来 津島市公式ホームページ

How to take part

Visitors can watch the event.

Location and access

Venue and address

Tenno River Park (within 1-chome, Miyagawa-cho, Tsushima).

Train and bus

It takes about 25 minutes from Meitetsu Nagoya Station to Meitetsu Tsushima Station.

It takes about 51 minutes from Meitetsu Bus Center to Meitetsu Tsushima Station.

By car

About 15 minutes via Route 155 from Yatomi IC on the Higashi-Meihan Expressway, or about 30 minutes from Ichinomiya-Inazawa-Kita IC on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway.

Parking

The park parking lot will be closed.

Visitors are advised to search for and reserve nearby parking in advance.

Source: 令和8年 尾張津島天王祭 | 天王川公園 公式サイト

Address Within 1-chome, Miyagawa-cho, Tsushima, Aichi Prefecture

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Dates and season

2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)

Dates

2026-07-25 to 2026-07-26.

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Tips for your visit

In 2026, the park parking lot will be closed, so if you plan to come by car, consider using a nearby parking lot.

Traffic restrictions and congestion are expected around the venue, and visitors are encouraged to use public transportation.

The Yoimatsuri and Asamatsuri will both go ahead in light rain.

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Nearby attractions

Temples and shrinesTsushima City

Tsushima Shrine

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Origins and History of Owari Tsushima Tenno Festival

There are several theories about the origins of the Owari Tsushima Tenno Festival, and it is said to have begun nearly 600 years ago.

The festival has evolved alongside the history of Tsushima Shrine and was once held according to the lunar calendar.

It is now held on the 4th Saturday of July and the Sunday that follows.

Official information

Information for 2026, including dates, venue, and parking, is available on the official Tsushima City website.

The festival’s origins, history, and event schedule can also be found on the same website.

Contact details are provided for the Owari Tsushima Tenno Festival Sponsorship Association office, the Tsushima City Tourism Association, and the relevant department of Tsushima City.

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Owari Tsushima Tenno Festival at a Glance

The Owari Tsushima Tenno Festival is a traditional event held as a festival of Tsushima Shrine, consisting of the Yoimatsuri and Asamatsuri.

Enjoy scenes involving boats and water, including lantern-lit makkiwara boats, dashi boats, and Hokomochi divers jumping into the water.

In 2026, it was held at Tenno River Park on July 25 and the 26th, and visitors were advised to use public transportation.