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Traditional Tsuina Ceremony & Setsubun Festival at Nagata Shrine
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2.3 TUE · 12:30-18:00

Traditional Tsuina Ceremony & Setsubun Festival at Nagata Shrine

Nagata Shrine, Nagata Ward, Kobe

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February 3, 2026 (Tue) 12:30-18:00
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Nagata Shrine, Nagata Ward, Kobe About a 5‑minute walk from Nagata Station (subway) or Kosoku‑Nagata Station.
City buses (lines 3, 4, 17) stop at “Nagata Shrine‑mae.”
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There are 1 public restrooms within a 8-minute walk of Nagata Shrine, Nagata Ward, Kobe. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

The Traditional Tsuina Ceremony at Nagata Shrine is a Shinto ritual dating back about 650 years to the Muromachi period and is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Hyogo Prefecture. Originally held on New Year’s Eve as a purification rite, it is now performed on Setsubun to welcome the coming of spring. Unlike the common image of demons as bringers of misfortune, the demons in this ritual appear as benevolent messengers of the gods. Seven demons dance with flaming torches to burn away calamities and cut down evil omens with swords, praying for health, safety, and peace throughout the year.

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FAQ

Is the Tsuina ceremony open to the public?
Yes, the ceremony is open to the public, but the shrine grounds can become very crowded.

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