Tenjin Matsuri
MatsuriKansai(Osaka)
Annual eventDates
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Venue
Osaka Tenmangu Shrine and Okawa River
Admission
Free
Crowd Level
Extremely crowded
Photos
Need the Tenjin Matsuri official website or Yoimiya split?
Tenjin Matsuri breaks cleanly into July 24 Yoimiya and the July 25 main day. If your query was "tenjin-matsuri.com/yoimiya", use the official website link for the latest Yoimiya notices, then decide whether you mainly want shrine rituals and street energy on July 24 or the Funatogyo boats and fireworks on July 25.
Osaka's greatest festival with a river procession of illuminated boats.
Tenjin Matsuri is one of Japan's three great festivals and Osaka's most important summer celebration. The main events take place on July 24-25, culminating in the spectacular Funatogyo boat procession on the Okawa River and a grand fireworks display. Over 100 boats adorned with lanterns glide along the river, creating a breathtaking scene.
At a Glance
- Type
- Matsuri
- Dates
- 2026-07-24 – 2026-07-25
- Venue
- Osaka Tenmangu Shrine and Okawa River
- Status
- Ended
- Crowd Level
- Extremely crowded
- Admission
- Free
- Annual event
- Annual
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I confirm the official status of Tenjin Matsuri?
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?
The current listing status is ended. Last checked: 2026-03-10.
How crowded is Tenjin Matsuri?
The typical crowd level is extreme.
What are the highlights of Tenjin Matsuri?
Funatogyo boat procession with over 100 illuminated boats; Grand fireworks display over the Okawa River; Rikutogyo land procession with portable shrines and floats
Highlights
Funatogyo boat procession with over 100 illuminated boats; Grand fireworks display over the Okawa River; Rikutogyo land procession with portable shrines and floats
Access
5-minute walk from JR Osaka-Temmangu Station or Osaka Metro Minami-Morimachi Station. The boat procession is best viewed from Tenjinbashi Bridge area.
Tips for Visitors
The fireworks on July 25 are best viewed from the riverbanks near Sakuranomiya. Arrive by 5 PM to secure a good spot. Paid seating is available along the river for the boat procession.
Location
📍 Osaka Tenmangu Shrine and Okawa River
