20th Anniversary of the New City Birth - 51st Toyo Ginger Festival

A long time ago, the locals went to the sea to catch fish in the sea to catch fish, but they could not catch it in bad weather, it is still done today, following the fact that young people broke the ice of Kagaga Pond and jumped in naked, took the hand and offered it in front of you. It is said that dozens of young people in the form of a shut-in body cleansed by the sake of sake throw mud and mud at the onlookers, and that year is a disease-free disaster if the mud is covered. In addition, the shrine dance and horse pursuit are also performed at Indo Shrine.

One of the three major festivals in Kyushu, the gorgeous Shinko procession, which has a history of more than 380 years, walks about 6km from the central town of Yatsushiro to the Yatsushiro Shrine. The procession features as many as 40 offerings, including the glittering "kasanshoku" and the popular "kame-snake [kida]", which is familiar with the nickname of "turtle". A powerful lion dance and turtle snake performance performed at Tozaki Kawara, and a place to pursue horses. On the night of the 22nd, "Oyao [Goya]" will be held in the city center as the eve festival, and there will be various events such as exhibitions of gifts. Shuttle bus service (500 yen round trip) from parking lot and JR Shin-Yatsushiro Station. Image courtesy Yatsushiro Myomi Festival Preservation Promotion Association

A major summer festival in Yatsushiro City with about 4,000 participants. In 2025, in addition to the main event "Sōodori," there will be events like "Adult Mikoshi" and "Singing Contest" that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. A night market will also be held in the Honcho Arcade, spreading smiles and energy from Yatsushiro. Image provided by the Yatsushiro Kumagawa Festival Promotion Association.