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December 30, 2025 (Tuesday) <Held annually on the same day> 9:00〜

Anju Shrine Giant Rice Cake Offering Ceremony

安住神社大鏡餅奉納式
The "Giant Rice Cake Offering Ceremony" held at Anju Shrine is an event that takes place every year on December 30th. This traditional event involves a ceremony with a large three-layer rice cake made from the rice harvested in the sacred field of the shrine. Anju Shrine is a historic shrine based on Sumiyoshi worship, and this event is associated with Empress Jingu. Here, you can experience traditional Japanese culture in a sacred atmosphere. The process of offering the rice cakes is spectacular, allowing visitors to witness the holy ritual firsthand. At this site, you can get close to the essence of the festival and immerse yourself in the local culture and history. This event, held for a limited period, carries a unique atmosphere that cannot be experienced in other seasons. Especially during this time, you can gain a deeper cultural understanding through interactions with local people and exclusive traditional activities. If you visit, it is recommended to include a viewing of the "Giant Rice Cake Offering Ceremony" in your plans and enjoy interactions with the locals. This traditional ceremony will provide you with an unforgettable cultural experience.

Place:Anju Shrine (2313 Kamitaka Takanezawa)

Transportation:Approximately 30 minutes by car from the Kitakanto Expressway Utsunomiya Kamimikawa IC (south side of the Imperial Ranch)

Contact:028-675-0357

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