Replace Shinto

Replace Shinto

Event Overview

A ritual of the coming spring, which is held on the same day as the Onissube Shinto. 18 o'clock ~. People who hold a tree lie in their hands replace each other. A ritual to change a lie that was unknowingly told into the sincerity of Tenjin in front of the god and have good luck and spend time with a new feeling. Image courtesy Dazaifu Tenma Palace

Info

  • Event Location:   
  • Dazaifu Tenma Palace, Rōmon Square
  • Address:   
  • 4-7-1 Dazaifu, Dazaifu, Fukuoka
  • Public Transportation:   
Nishitetsu Dazaifu Station → 5 minutes walk
  • Car Access:   
6km 15 minutes from Dazaifu IC on Kyushu Road via National Route 3
  • Phone Number:   
  • 092-922-8225 (Dazaifu Tenma Palace)
  • Parking Number:   
1000 units/500 yen

Event Period

  • January 7, 2026 (Wednesday)

Price

Free (1500 yen for Kiyo)

Event Category

Seasonal Festivals & Annual Events


Provided by: Dazaifu Tenma Palace

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