Tenjin Matsuri Funatogyo
MatsuriKansai(Osaka)
Annual eventDates
2026-07-25
Venue
Okawa River and Tenmanbashi area
Admission
Free
Crowd Level
Extremely crowdedThe 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.
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.