Hirano Shrine “Sakurahana Matsuri 2024” Event Information

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The Ouka Matsuri (Cherry Blossom Festival ) is held annually on April 10 at Hirano Shrine. The origin of this festival is said to be that Emperor Hanayama went to Hirano Shrine to pray for the prosperity of his successor, and a temporary imperial ceremony was held there.

Basic information about the “Cherry Blossom Festival” at Hirano Shrine

Event Ouka Matsuri ( Cherry Blossom Festival)
Location Hirano Shrine
Date and Time April 10, 2024 (Wednesday)
Details 10:00 ~ Cherry Blossom Festival
11:00 ~ Visit to Emperor Hanayama’s mausoleum
12:00 ~ Shinko Row portable shrine ceremony
13:00 ~ Jidai-gyoretsu (parade of about 200 people)
15:00 ~ Shinko Row Return Ceremony
Official SiteCherry Blossom Festival
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