Tenjin Matsuri Funatogyo
MatsuriKansai(Osaka)
Annual eventDates
Venue
Okawa River and Tenmanbashi area
Admission
Free
Crowd Level
Extremely crowded
Photos
Prioritizing the boats and fireworks on July 25?
Tenjin Funatogyo is the July 25 river-night climax of Tenjin Matsuri. Use the official website link for the latest event notices, then compare it with the main Tenjin Matsuri page if you also want July 24 Yoimiya shrine energy and food-stall time.
The river procession portion of Tenjin Matsuri with thousands of boats on the Okawa River.
Tenjin Funatogyo is the spectacular boat procession that forms the climax of Osaka's Tenjin Matsuri, one of Japan's top three festivals. Over 100 illuminated boats travel up the Okawa River, accompanied by sacred fires, music, and a massive fireworks display. The river becomes a dazzling spectacle of light and festivity as torches and lanterns reflect off the water.
At a Glance
- Type
- Matsuri
- Dates
- 2026-07-25 – 2026-07-25
- Venue
- Okawa River and Tenmanbashi area
- Status
- Ended
- Crowd Level
- Extremely crowded
- Admission
- Free
- Annual event
- Annual
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I confirm the official status of Tenjin Matsuri Funatogyo?
Use the official source for the latest schedule, route changes, and cancellation updates: https://www.tenjinmatsuri.com/.
What is the current status of Tenjin Matsuri Funatogyo?
The current listing status is ended. Last checked: 2026-03-10.
How crowded is Tenjin Matsuri Funatogyo?
The typical crowd level is extreme.
What are the highlights of Tenjin Matsuri Funatogyo?
Over 100 illuminated boats processing along the Okawa River; Spectacular fireworks display over the river; Sacred bonfires and torch-lit boats creating magical reflections
Highlights
Over 100 illuminated boats processing along the Okawa River; Spectacular fireworks display over the river; Sacred bonfires and torch-lit boats creating magical reflections
Access
Temmabashi Station (Keihan Line / Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line) is the closest station. Osaka-Tenmangu Shrine is 15 min walk from Minami-Morimachi Station (Osaka Metro).
Tips for Visitors
Riverbank spots fill up hours in advance; arrive by early afternoon. Paid viewing seats on boats are available but must be reserved well in advance. The fireworks begin around 7 PM. The land procession (rikutogyo) starts at 3:30 PM.
Location
📍 Okawa River and Tenmanbashi area
