This is Odate City’s most famous festival, held annually over two days: September 10 (Pre-Festival) and September 11 (Main Festival).Magnificent, ornate ceremonial floats weighing over one metric ton and children’s mikoshi (portable shrines) parade through the city, while the sounds of “Odate Bayashi” music echoing throughout the streets get the blood of Odate locals pumping like never before.In addition, the Omachi Shopping Street—which becomes a pedestrian-only zone—is lined with rows of food stalls and bustles with crowds. Highlights include the “Joint Float Procession” and “Crossing of Tanonosaka” during the Eve Festival, as well as the “Splendid Festival Music”“Odate Bayashi Joint Performance at the Station,” and “Festival Celebration Water” are among the events held during the main festival, making this a festival packed with highlights.

Odate Shinmei Shrine has long served as the guardian deity of Odate, protecting this land.The Odate Shinmei Shrine Annual Grand Festival, a ritual that has been held for over 400 years, features ceremonies praying for bountiful harvests, prosperous business, and household safety, making it an indispensable event for the people of Odate City.Please come and experience the traditional culture of Odate City and the enthusiasm of its citizens.

2026 Odate Shinmei Shrine Annual Festival Flyer (PDF)

2026 Odate Shinmei Shrine Annual Festival Schedule (PDF)