Oyama Festival

Event Overview

The spring example festival of the Oyama Gion Shrine, known as "Once in a lifetime, you will listen to (any) wishes (to listen to) Nozawa's Mountain God". It enshrines the three gods of Oyama Gime, Iwanagu Hime, and Kihana Sakiya Hime, and has interests in water source, water conservancy, longevity, good quality, and cheap production. The opening ceremony will be held on June 1, and a trekking tour to your head office will be held during the annual festival.

Info

Event Location:

Oyama Gion Shrine

Address:

1445-2 Okubo Ko, Nozawa, Nishiaizu-cho, Yama-gun, Fukushima

Public Transportation:

JR Nozawa Station → Bus 15 minutes, Bus stop: Okubo ride, 1 minute walk

Car Access:

5km 10 minutes from Banetsu Road Nishiaizu IC via National Route 49

Phone Number:

0241-48-1666 (NISIAizu Tourism Exchange Association)

Parking Number:

100 units/free

Event Period

June 1, 2026 (Monday) to June 30, 2026 (Tuesday)

Price

Free

Event Category

Seasonal Festivals & Annual Events

Oyamazumi Shrine Main Shrine

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