Kanamara Festival 2026 Mikoshi Protection Team | Limited to 30 people: Experience accompanying the mikoshi procession (Kanagawa, Kawasaki)
- Limited to 30 people! A special program, "Mikoshi Guardian Team," that allows you to participate in the "Mikoshi Procession," the climax of the Kanamara Festival.
- You will accompany the procession, protecting the portable shrine and its bearers, and experience the festival's parade up close.
- A valuable experience of not only "watching" but also "participating" in the Kanamara Festival, and a special mission to support the festival's operation.
- Participants wear original hats exclusive to team members and experience a special role as part of the festival.
- Lunch box and tea included, plus a limited edition commemorative plaque for participants.
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| Attraction type | History & culture |
| Show type | Festival experience |
Product Info
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— About the Kanamara Festival —
The Kanamara Festival, held annually in early April at Kanayama Shrine in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, is an international festival that attracts many worshippers from both within Japan and abroad, with approximately 40,000 visitors, and about 80% of the participants being foreigners.
Originating from the ancient "Kanamara faith," this festival is known as a celebration where people pray for the prosperity of their descendants, safe childbirth, successful relationships, and business success.
The temple grounds are filled with processions of unique portable shrines and a variety of events, making it an international festival that attracts many visitors from overseas and is bustling with activity every year.
— The Mikoshi Protection Team —
A special mission to support the safe movement of the portable shrine during the "Mikoshi Togyo," the climax of the Kanamara Festival.
You will accompany the procession, protecting the portable shrine and its bearers, and participate while wearing a limited-edition hat. Lunch box and tea will be provided, and you will also receive a commemorative limited-edition plaque.
[Plan Details]
During the "Mikoshi Togyo" procession, which is expected to be the most crowded, you will be asked to follow the procession in a way that protects the mikoshi and its bearers, ensuring its safe movement.
- During the operation, the guardian team members will wear specially made hats. - Lunch and tea will be provided during the lunch break. A special commemorative tag will also be given.
[Participation conditions]
- Be sure to arrive on time for the meeting (meeting time: 11:00).
- Participants must be at least 160cm tall and able to concentrate on participating in the portable shrine procession (photography is prohibited during the procession).
- Please refrain from any disruptive behavior that may interfere with the operation of the festival (you may be asked to leave if you are found to be engaging in such behavior).
Scenes from the Kanamara Festival
Important Info
Reminders
Please be sure to arrive by the meeting time.
Participants must be at least 160cm tall.
Those who can fully concentrate on participating in the portable shrine procession (please refrain from taking photos during the procession).
Disruptive behavior that interferes with the festival's operation is prohibited (you may be asked to leave if you are found to be engaging in such behavior).
Cancellations after reservation purchase will incur a 100% cancellation fee, and no refunds will be given.
Please note that once you cancel your order, you will not be able to repurchase it.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Meeting Point
Location Name: Kawasaki Daishi Station South Exit
Address: 1-18 Daishiekimae, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture 210-0802Experience Location
Location Name: Wakamiya Hachimangu Shrine grounds and other locations
Address: 2-13-16 Daishiekimae, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture 210-0802Cancellation Policy
- Once the order has been completed, it cannot be canceled, modified, or refunded
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
The Kanamara Matsuri, held in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, is a unique Shinto fertility festival renowned for its phallic-shaped portable shrines (mikoshi). It serves as a prayer for fertility, marital harmony, easy childbirth, and protection from sexually transmitted diseases. This vibrant festival is also celebrated for its inclusive atmosphere, attracting a diverse crowd and embracing themes of life, renewal, and community spirit.
The Kanamara Matsuri is traditionally held annually on the first Sunday of April. For 2026, the festival is scheduled for Sunday, April 5th. The main procession, which is the climax of the event, typically commences around noon and continues into the late afternoon, usually concluding between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Participants in the Omikoshi Omamori-tai experience will follow a specific schedule designed to encompass the peak festival hours.
The Kanamara Matsuri takes place primarily around Kanayama Shrine in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture. The most convenient public transportation option is the Keikyu Daishi Line to Kawasaki-Daishi Station. From major hubs like Shinagawa Station in Tokyo, you can take the Keikyu Main Line to Keikyu Kawasaki Station, then transfer to the Keikyu Daishi Line. The shrine is just a short, easily walkable distance from Kawasaki-Daishi Station.
During the Kanamara Matsuri procession, a lively and enthusiastic atmosphere is created by participants and spectators joining in traditional chants. While specific chants can vary, common rhythmic calls like 'wasshoi, wasshoi' are often used by the mikoshi bearers and those accompanying them. These chants help synchronize movements, energize the procession, and express the communal joy and unity characteristic of Japanese festivals. The general custom is one of boisterous celebration and engagement.
The Kanamara Matsuri 2026 Omikoshi Omamori-tai provides a unique and limited opportunity to actively participate in the festival's climax, the portable shrine procession (神輿渡御). Rather than simply being an observer, participants become part of a special 'guardian team.' This allows for an immersive, close-up experience from within the heart of the procession, contributing to the safe journey of the sacred shrines and gaining an unparalleled insight into this vibrant Japanese tradition.
Participants in the Kanamara Matsuri Omikoshi Omamori-tai fulfill a unique role as part of a special team that supports the safe movement of the portable shrines and their bearers. Each participant is provided with a limited-edition original hat to wear during the event, enhancing their sense of belonging. Additionally, a bento lunch and tea are included, and participants receive a commemorative limited edition komafuda (wooden tag) as a tangible souvenir of their special involvement in the festival.
Participating in the Kanamara Matsuri Omikoshi Omamori-tai grants exclusive access to the core of the festival, moving alongside the portable shrines and their bearers. This direct involvement means you will experience the rituals, sounds, and vibrant energy from a privileged position within the procession itself. It offers a deeper, more personal connection to the cultural event than a typical spectator's view, allowing for a truly immersive and unforgettable cultural engagement.
You can conveniently book your participation for the Kanamara Matsuri 2026 Omikoshi Omamori-tai experience through KKday. Booking with KKday offers a seamless and efficient process to secure your spot in this exclusive, limited-capacity program. It ensures that you receive all essential details for your participation, including information regarding your role, the provided commemorative items, and your meal, making your preparation for this unique cultural immersion straightforward and worry-free.
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