The Kōshin Mountain Spring Festival held at Sarutahiko Shrine in Nikko City is a traditional Japanese event held every year on the third Saturday and Sunday of May. On Saturday, a Kōshin lecture ceremony is held at Sarutahiko Shrine, and a safety prayer ceremony is conducted at the inner shrine of Kōshin Villa. On Sunday, visitors receive amazake, experiencing the ancient culture of Japan and the arrival of spring. The main event of the festival is the Kōshin lecture ceremony at Sarutahiko Shrine, which provides a special experience for visitors. Additionally, the safety prayer ceremony at Kōshin Villa is held in a solemn atmosphere, praying for the peace and prosperity of the region. What makes this festival unique is the amazake served on Sunday. It is a rare opportunity for visitors to enjoy the local flavors. We invite you to join the Kōshin Mountain Spring Festival, experience the traditional ceremony at Sarutahiko Shrine, spend time in prayer at Kōshin Villa, and enjoy the charm of spring with amazake on Sunday.