Itsukushima Kangen-sai

Itsukushima Kangen-sai takes place from 2026-08-05 to 2026-08-05.

Itsukushima Kangen-sai is held at Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima in Hiroshima, Japan.

Use the official source for the latest schedule, route changes, and cancellation updates: https://www.itsukushimajinja.jp/event.html.

The current listing status is scheduled. Last checked: 2026-08-04.

Yes, Itsukushima Kangen-sai is free to attend.

The admission fee for Itsukushima Kangen-sai is ¥0.

The typical crowd level is moderate.

Gagaku court music performed on boats gliding past the floating torii gate at sunset; Beautifully decorated ceremonial boats illuminated by lanterns; Ancient Heian-era atmosphere on the sacred island of Miyajima

JR Miyajimaguchi Station, then JR Miyajima Ferry or Matsudai Kisen Ferry to Miyajima (approx. 10 min). From Hiroshima Station, take JR Sanyo Line to Miyajimaguchi (approx. 30 min).

The boat procession begins in the evening — best viewed from the shore near Itsukushima Shrine. The date follows the lunar calendar so check the exact date each year. The last ferry back to the mainland may be crowded; consider staying on Miyajima island.