Omachi Nyakuichi-Oji Festival
Update:2019/09/30
Description
Omachi City’s Nyakuichi-Oji Shrine not only has a history of over 700 years, but its main building and pagoda are designated national important cultural properties. The shrine’s annual festival features a “yabusame” horseback archery competition. One of the top 3 such competitions in the country, Nyakuichi-Oji’s is the only one by young boys. The boys dressed in period costumes also perform a procession through the town as part of this colorful festival.
| Lokasi | Nyakuichi-Oji Shrine and the main street, Omachi City Map |
|---|---|
| TEL | 0261-22-1626 |
| Jam buka | Date(s) 4th Sunday of July and the day prior Saturday |
| For reservations | By Train:20 min walk from Shinano-Omachi Station (JR Oito Line) 10 min walk from Kita-Omachi Station (JR Oito Line) By Car:38 km / 56 min from Nagano IC |
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