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Izumo Taisha Kamimukaesai and Kamiarisai

Shimane · 2026 information

Photo of Izumo Taisha Kamimukaesai and Kamiarisai
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Scheduled

2026-11-18 – 2026-11-25

Rituals to welcome the gods from all over Japan to Izumo: the Kamimukae ritual is held on Inasa Beach from 19:00 on November 18, followed by the Kamimukaesai at the Izumo Taisha worship hall. The Kamiarisai is held at the main hall on the 19th, 23rd and 25th, and the gods are sent off at the Karasadesai from 16:00 on the 25th.

Official information checked on: 2026-10-02. An "ongoing" label does not guarantee that the event takes place on the day.

Checks before you go

  • Check the organizer's official website for the weather and any cancellation or postponement notices.
  • Check paid seating, entry restrictions, traffic restrictions and the last train or bus home in advance.
  • Be sure to recheck the basic 2027 dates once the details are announced.