Sumiyoshi Taisha Toka Shinji 2027

Dates & time: January 4, 2027 (Mon) 13:00〜
cost: No admission fee is listed in the official event information
Venue & access: In front of the First Main Sanctuary, Sumiyoshi Taisha About 3 minutes east on foot from Nankai Sumiyoshi Taisha Station, or immediately beside Hankai Tramway Sumiyoshi-Torii-mae stop. Traffic restrictions apply around the shrine during the New Year period, so avoid driving.

There are 4 car parks within a 12-minute walk of In front of the First Main Sanctuary, Sumiyoshi Taisha, and 7 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

Held at 13:00 on 4 January in front of the First Main Sanctuary, this New Year ritual originated at the imperial court. Two figures, one carrying a bag of small rice cakes and one holding a plum branch, call to each other as they walk across the courtyard before offering the cakes at the altar. Shrine maidens then perform the Shirabyoshi and Kumano dances handed down at Sumiyoshi Taisha, praying for happiness and good harvests. The ritual ends with lucky rice cakes thrown to the crowd.

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FAQ

Do I need a reservation?

The official information does not mention advance booking. Watch from in front of the First Main Sanctuary, following on-site guidance.

Can I join the rice cake throwing?

Lucky rice cakes are thrown to visitors at the end of the ritual. It gets crowded, so mind your footing and keep small children away from the front.