Takaoka Mikurumayama Festival
A UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, Important Tangible Folk Cultural Asset, and Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset.
Held annually on May 1st at Takaoka Sekiya Shrine in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, this spring festival is the oldest and most historic festival of its kind in Toyama. Seven ornate floats, known as "Mikurumayama," parade through the historic streets of Takaoka, accompanied by graceful music and chants.
Information
- By Car
- From Kanazawa
Approximately 60 minutes from Takaoka IC on the Noto Expressway.
Approximately 60 minutes from Takaoka-Tonami Smart IC on the Hokuriku Expressway. - By Public Transportation
- By Local train from Kanazawa Station to Takayama Station
About a 10-minute walk from Takaoka Station (approximately 10 minutes by bus from Shin-Takaoka Station to Takaoka Station). - Contact
- Takaoka City Tourism and Exchange Division
- Official Website
- https://visit-toyama-japan.com/en/festivals/20002
