Kifune Shrine Summer Festival: Amagasaki Danjiri 2026

period: August 1, 2026 (Sat) - August 2, 2026 (Sun)
cost: Free to watch
Venue & access: Kifune Shrine and its surroundings (from south of Hanshin Amagasaki Station to the road west of the shrine) About a 10-min walk southwest from Amagasaki Station (Hanshin Main Line)
Traffic restrictions are in place nearby during the festival, so public transport is recommended.

There are 12 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Kifune Shrine and its surroundings (from south of Hanshin Amagasaki Station to the road west of the shrine), and 3 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

The summer festival of Kifune Shrine, guardian shrine of Amagasaki, when danjiri floats from across the city gather. The highlight is the yama-awase on the second day: two floats face each other, rear up their fronts and clash — a form found in Amagasaki and few other places. On the first day a parade sets off in the evening from south of Hanshin Amagasaki Station, and the floats enter the shrine grounds at night. The floats are hauled through narrow lanes, so the action comes close; watch where you stand.

NOTE

Typical schedule

31 July, from evening: test hauling around the shrine and shopping streets

1 Aug, from about 9:30: floats tour the neighbourhoods / 18:30: parade departs from south of Hanshin Amagasaki Station / about 20:00: floats enter the shrine

2 Aug, from about 9:30: floats tour the neighbourhoods / 18:00: yama-awase on the road west of the shrine

All activity ends by 22:00.

Yama-awase

Two facing floats rear up their fronts and clash, each crew trying to land a beam called the katasebo on the opposing float — a form particular to Amagasaki.

※The above reflects a typical year. Times for 2026 are announced on the official site.

※Enquiries: Kifune Shrine (06-6411-0170)

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FAQ

When can I see the yama-awase?

In a typical year it starts at 18:00 on the second evening, on the road west of the shrine. Check the official site for 2026 times.

Can I bring children?

The floats are hauled at speed through narrow streets, and the yama-awase in particular carries a risk of collision. With children, follow the marshals' directions and watch from a distance.

Can I drive there?

Traffic restrictions apply around the shrine during the festival. It is about a 10-min walk from Hanshin Amagasaki Station, so public transport is recommended.