Nagoshi no Harae
SeasonalKansai(Kyoto)
Annual eventDates
Venue
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Admission
Free
Crowd Level
Moderate crowdKansai(Kyoto)
Annual eventDates
Venue
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Admission
Free
Crowd Level
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Mid-year purification ceremony where visitors walk through a reed ring.
Nagoshi no Harae is a purification ritual held at shrines across Japan on June 30, marking the halfway point of the year. Participants walk through a large chinowa (ring of miscanthus grass) to cleanse themselves of the first half-year's impurities. Kitano Tenmangu in Kyoto is one of the most famous venues for this ceremony.
Nagoshi no Harae takes place from 2026-06-30 to 2026-06-30.
Nagoshi no Harae is held at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine in Kyoto, Japan.
Yes, Nagoshi no Harae is free to attend.
The admission fee for Nagoshi no Harae is ¥0.
The crowd level at Nagoshi no Harae is typically moderate.
Yes, Nagoshi no Harae is held annually.
Nagoshi no Harae is a seasonal festival in Japan.
Highlights of Nagoshi no Harae include: Walking through the chinowa grass ring for purification; Offering hitogata paper dolls to absorb impurities; Eating seasonal minazuki sweets.
Tips for Nagoshi no Harae: Walk through the chinowa ring in a figure-eight pattern as instructed at the shrine. Try minazuki, a triangular sweet traditionally eaten on this day to ward off summer heat..
Nagoshi no Harae welcomes international visitors. It is a great way to experience Japanese culture.
Access information for Nagoshi no Harae: 5-minute walk from Kitano Hakubaicho Station (Keifuku Electric Railroad) or take Kyoto City Bus 50/101 to Kitano Tenmangu-mae.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Tips: Walk through the chinowa ring in a figure-eight pattern as instructed at the shrine. Try minazuki, a triangular sweet traditionally eaten on this day to ward off summer heat..
Photography is generally welcome at Nagoshi no Harae. Check specific rules at the venue.
Nagoshi no Harae is a family-friendly festival that visitors of all ages can enjoy.
Festival food stalls (yatai) at Nagoshi no Harae typically serve popular Japanese street food including yakisoba, takoyaki, and kakigori. Some festivals feature regional specialties.
Yes, wearing a yukata (casual kimono) is very common and encouraged at Nagoshi no Harae. Many visitors rent yukata nearby.
Parking can be limited during Nagoshi no Harae. Public transportation is recommended. Check access details: 5-minute walk from Kitano Hakubaicho Station (Keifuku Electric Railroad) or take Kyoto City Bus 50/101 to Kitano Tenmangu-mae.
Walking through the chinowa grass ring for purification; Offering hitogata paper dolls to absorb impurities; Eating seasonal minazuki sweets
5-minute walk from Kitano Hakubaicho Station (Keifuku Electric Railroad) or take Kyoto City Bus 50/101 to Kitano Tenmangu-mae
Walk through the chinowa ring in a figure-eight pattern as instructed at the shrine. Try minazuki, a triangular sweet traditionally eaten on this day to ward off summer heat.
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