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Fukuoka Prefecture · Shingū Town (From Tokyo: approx. 1 h 50 min–2 h 10 min · flight time only)

Tama-kezuri, a misogi purification ritual passed down through generations in Shingū Town

Tama-kezuri

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Fukuoka Prefecture・Shingū Town(From Tokyo: approx. 1 h 50 min–2 h 10 min · flight time only)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.
Last updated
2026/11/13

Tama-kezuri is said to be a purification ritual that has been passed down through generations in Shingū Town.

About Tama-kezuri

Tama-kezuri is one of the traditional festivals passed down through generations in Shingū Town, Fukuoka Prefecture.

Local articles describe it as a misogi purification ritual.

As one of Shingū Town’s historic festivals, it passes on the town’s traditional culture.

Location and access

Address

Shingū Town

Host municipality 福岡県新宮町

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Origins and History of Tama-kezuri

Tama-kezuri is introduced as a traditional festival passed down through generations in Shingū Town.

Articles describe it as a misogi purification ritual.

Tama-kezuri at a Glance

Tama-kezuri is one of the traditional festivals passed down through generations in Shingū Town, Fukuoka Prefecture.

It is described as a misogi purification ritual.

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Article updated: 2026/11/13

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